Senior Network Security Architect

Role: Senior Network Security Architect
Location: - King of Prussia Day 1 ONSITE
Contract

Job Description:


We are seeking an accomplished Senior Network Architect to spearhead the design planning and deployment of large-scale data center networks and advanced cloud security solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Palo Alto Prisma Zscaler Cisco ISE Aruba ClearPass and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions with a proven track record of architecting and implementing complex network infrastructures across multi-cloud environments (AWS Azure GCP). Exceptional skills in creating Low-Level Design (LLD) and High-Level Design (HLD) documentation along with strong leadership and communication abilities are critical for driving enterprise-grade network transformations.

Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and design secure scalable and high-performance network infrastructures for large data centers and multi-cloud environments.
- Lead the planning deployment and optimization of Palo Alto Prisma Zscaler Cisco ISE and Aruba ClearPass solutions to deliver robust network security and access control.
- Design and implement SASE frameworks to enhance secure connectivity across AWS Azure and GCP environments.
- Develop detailed LLD and HLD solution documents ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define network strategies technical roadmaps and architecture blueprints.
- Oversee end-to-end project execution including network deployments security integrations and cloud connectivity solutions.
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex network and security issues optimizing performance and reliability.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative network and security solutions.
- Mentor and guide junior architects and engineers promoting technical excellence and collaboration.

Required Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 12 years of professional experience in network architecture with at least 7 years focused on large-scale data center planning and deployment.
- Expert-level proficiency in Palo Alto Prisma (Cloud Access etc.) for cloud-native security and firewall management.
- Extensive experience with Zscaler for cloud security zero-trust access and secure web gateways.
- Advanced knowledge of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control policy enforcement and identity management.
- Strong expertise in Aruba ClearPass for NAC guest access and device profiling.
- Proven experience implementing SASE solutions for secure scalable cloud connectivity.
- Hands-on experience designing and deploying networks in multi-cloud environments (AWS Azure GCP).
- Deep understanding of data center networking (e.g. spine-leaf VXLAN BGP EVPN).
- Proficiency in creating comprehensive LLD and HLD documentation for network and security architectures.
- Familiarity with network automation tools (e.g. Ansible Terraform) and scripting (e.g. Python).
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale network and security deployments including Prisma Zscaler Cisco ISE and ClearPass integrations.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Certifications:
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Architect (PCNSA/PCNSE).
- Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP) or equivalent.
- Cisco CCIE Security or CCNP Security.
- Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (ACCP).
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.



Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security or a related field (or equivalent experience).