Network Architect - Remote Healthcare Solutions

About the Role

Are you a network expert ready to make a real impact in healthcare? We’re looking for a Network Architect remote to help design, build, and maintain a high-performance, secure, and modern network for a large hospital system serving patients across the Midwest. This is a fully remote role (CST hours) with occasional travel for key projects.

What You’ll Do

• Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN, data center, and hybrid cloud networks.
• Implement policy-driven, software-defined networking (SDN) solutions to streamline operations.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance using modern monitoring and analytics tools.
• Develop network standards, documentation, and best practices to ensure consistency and reliability.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams on network projects and upgrades.

Requirements

• Strong experience in network architecture and design, preferably in enterprise or healthcare environments.
• Deep expertise in Cisco technologies, including routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, and SDN.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco DNA Center, ACI fabrics, and SDN implementations.
• Hands-on experience with data center networks, cloud connectivity, and multi-site WANs.
• Knowledge of key network protocols and concepts (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, QoS, TCP/IP, MPLS, DNS/DHCP).
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools like SolarWinds, NetFlow, or Syslog.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

• CCNP or equivalent certifications.
• Background in large healthcare or hospital network environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $90,000 - $130,000 annually.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge network technologies.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and excellence.
• Support for professional development and certifications.