Network architects design networks and extensions to networks with an eye toward growth and security; they possess excellent technical problem-solving skills. Professionals in this role need extensive background in routing, switching, wireless and security, and system architecture (including scalability, reliability, performance and IP networking, design, planning and protocols). Experience designing solutions using high-availability, high-performance open source technologies is desired, as well as familiarity with both relational and NoSQL database systems in local area and wide area networks. Employers generally seek a bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science, five or more years of experience working with network operating systems such as Cisco, advanced routing and switching, network security, and wireless networking with large-scale projects. Assessing business and applications requirements for networksPlanning, designing and upgrading network installation projectsWorking closely with the engineering team to define deployment architectures that meet performance and availability targetsIdentifying and resolving networking issues with root cause analysisProject management and technical guidance for business unit network projects Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your network architect recruitment needs.
AWS Technologies
Amazon EC2
Ansible
Atlassian Jira
Automation
Cloud Technologies
Configuration Management
Continuous Integration (CI)
Deployments
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Salary for Network/Cloud Architect
133000 - 196000
25th percentile
133000
New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties
50th percentile
165750
Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role
75th percentile
196000
Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Wireless Network Engineer 115750 141000 163500 Network/Cloud Manager 111500 139750 160750 Network/Cloud Engineer 106500 127750 149500 Network/Cloud Administrator 85250 104250 122250 Telecommunications Manager 92250 114750 132750 Telecommunications Specialist 66000 79750 94750 NOC Technician 58250 71500 86000
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