Solution Architect / Principal Consultant (NW / DC / Security)
DETAILS
Location: Remote
Position Type: 6M+ Contract (w/ likely extensions)
Hourly / Salary: to $90W2+ (based on experience level)
JOB SUMMARY
Vaco is currently seeking a Solution Architect / Principal Engineer for a 6M+ Contract (w/ likely extensions) that is remote. The Solution Architect / Principal Engineer will lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale network and security solutions for a large Fortune 10 environment. The Solution Architect / Principal Engineer will own technical strategy across data center, WAN/LAN, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, guiding multiple concurrent initiatives while ensuring solutions align with business objectives, security standards, and enterprise architecture requirements. The Solution Architect / Principal Engineer will serve as the technical leader and escalation point for complex networking and security challenges, driving architecture decisions, overseeing engineering teams, and providing governance from design through deployment. The ideal Solution Architect / Principal Engineer will possess deep networking expertise, broad cross-domain architecture knowledge, and the ability to influence stakeholders while delivering large-scale transformation and modernization initiatives.
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Enterprise Network / Security Architecture – Leading Design of Scalable / Resilient / Secure Infrastructure Solutions Across Data Center / Campus / Cloud / Hybrid Environments | Aligning with Long-Term Business / Technology Strategies
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Technical Leadership / Solution Governance – Providing Architectural Oversight Across Multiple Concurrent Initiatives via Design Standards / Technical Validation / Governance of Solution Delivery
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Stakeholder Engagement / Solution Alignment – Partnering with Infrastructure / Security / Cloud / Business Teams | Translating Complex Requirements into Actionable Technical Solutions | Building Consensus Across Technical / Executive Stakeholders
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Engineering Leadership / Mentorship – Guiding / Mentoring Network / Security Engineers via Delegation / Technical Reviews / Quality Assurance and Adherence to Architectural Standards
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Architecture Documentation / Design Reviews – Developing / Presenting High-Level / Detailed Solution Designs / Technical Roadmaps / Implementation Plans | Leading Architecture Reviews / Executive Briefings
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Strategic Advisory / Escalation Leadership – Serving as Senior Escalation Point for Complex Infrastructure / Security Challenges via Risk Identification / Strategic Recommendations / Enterprise Technology Leadership
JOB REQUIREMENTS-
Enterprise Infrastructure / Architecture Experience (9+ years) – Enterprise Infrastructure Experience | Network Architect / Security Architect / Solution Architect / Principal Consultant (5+ years)
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Enterprise Network Architecture (expertise) – Designing / Implementing Enterprise Networking Solutions Across Data Center / Campus / WAN / LAN / SD-WAN / Hybrid Cloud Environments
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Network Security Architecture (strong architecture-level knowledge) – Next-Generation Firewalls / Network Segmentation / Zero Trust / Identity Integration / Security Policy Governance
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Architecture Documentation / Executive Advisory – Developing / Presenting High-Level Designs (HLDs) / Low-Level Designs (LLDs) / Technical Roadmaps / Executive Architecture Recommendations
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Program Leadership / Multi-Project Management – Leading Multiple Large-Scale Infrastructure / Security Initiatives Simultaneously | Managing Priorities / Dependencies / Risks / Stakeholder Expectations
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Enterprise Networking Technologies (hands-on) – Industry-Leading Networking Platforms (Cisco / Arista / Palo Alto and Similar Technologies)
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Cloud Networking / Security – Applying Strong Understanding of Cloud Networking and Security Principles Across AWS / Azure / Hybrid Cloud Environments
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Technical Leadership / Governance – Providing Design Oversight / Mentorship / Implementation Governance / Quality Assurance for Engineering Teams
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Senior Escalation / Strategic Problem Solving – Serving as Senior Escalation Point for Complex Network / Security / Infrastructure Challenges Within Large Enterprise Environments
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Executive Communication / Influence – Excellent Communication / Presentation Skills | Influencing Technical Teams / Business Stakeholders / Executive Leadership
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
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For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).
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Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
