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Network Architect roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual 85,000-cap lottery applies unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.
Position Summary
The Network Architect is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, evolution, and long-term sustainability of HNI’s enterprise network and network security architecture. This role defines architectural standards and roadmaps for global data networking and telecommunications services, ensuring high availability, scalability, security, and performance across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
The Network Architect partners closely with Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure Operations, Security, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into resilient network designs. This role provides hands-on architectural leadership across data center, campus, WAN, cloud, and remote access environments while enabling operational teams to execute and support solutions effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Enterprise Network Architecture & Strategy
- Define and maintain the enterprise network architecture vision, standards, and roadmaps for data networking and network security services globally.
- Ensure network architecture aligns with business strategy, application architecture, cloud adoption, and security requirements.
- Develop and present architecture proposals, migration strategies, and business cases to IT and business leadership.
- Evaluate emerging networking technologies and industry best practices to drive cost efficiency, resiliency, and performance improvements.
Network Design & Engineering Leadership
- Architect end-to-end network solutions spanning campus LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, data center, cloud connectivity, and remote access environments.
- Design highly available and fault-tolerant network solutions supporting voice, data, video, and multimedia services.
- Provide architectural guidance for network security services including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, and cloud security architectures.
- Lead design reviews and provide recommendations to remediate performance, scalability, and resiliency risks.
Cloud & Hybrid Networking
- Design and govern network connectivity for public cloud environments (Azure preferred; OCI, AWS as applicable).
- Architect hybrid connectivity models including ExpressRoute / Direct Connect, transit gateways, load balancers, and routing strategies.
- Ensure cloud networking designs integrate seamlessly with on-premises data center and WAN architectures.
Security, Risk & Compliance
- Participate in IT risk management initiatives and support audit and compliance strategies.
- Embed appropriate security controls into network architecture designs to protect information assets.
- Partner with security teams to support Zero Trust, segmentation, and secure remote access strategies.
- Assess architectural risks and guide mitigation strategies.
Operational Partnership & Governance
- Partner with network operations and infrastructure teams to ensure architectural designs are operationally supportable.
- Provide escalation support for complex or high-severity network issues as needed.
- Define architectural templates, reference designs, and standard methodologies to promote reuse and consistency.
- Contribute to total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and infrastructure investment planning.
Vendor & Technology Management
- Evaluate, select, and recommend networking tools and platforms to monitor, manage, and optimize network performance.
- Maintain strong partnerships with key vendors and service providers to align technology roadmaps.
- Provide technical input into vendor selection, contracts, and managed services strategies.
Knowledge Sharing & Mentorship
- Mentor network engineers and operations teams by reviewing designs and sharing architectural best practices.
- Educate IT and business stakeholders on network architecture risks, tradeoffs, and design decisions.
- Promote a culture of documentation, standardization, and continuous improvement.
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in networking-focused IT roles.
- 3+ years providing architectural guidance for large-scale, enterprise network environments.
- Advanced experience designing complex IP internetworks.
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco IOS and NX-OS environments.
- Network certifications such as CCNP or CCIE.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ITIL certification or strong familiarity with ITIL processes.
- Experience supporting manufacturing or multi-site enterprise environments.
- Experience with HA/DR networking strategies in virtualized and cloud environments.
- Project management experience.
RELEVANT SKILLS
- Strategic thinker with strong technical depth.
- Ability to balance architectural rigor with practical operational needs.
- Strong communicator capable of influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Calm and effective in high-pressure or escalated situations.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!
INTRODUCTION
HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.
Position Summary
The Network Architect is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, evolution, and long-term sustainability of HNI’s enterprise network and network security architecture. This role defines architectural standards and roadmaps for global data networking and telecommunications services, ensuring high availability, scalability, security, and performance across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
The Network Architect partners closely with Enterprise Architecture, Infrastructure Operations, Security, and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into resilient network designs. This role provides hands-on architectural leadership across data center, campus, WAN, cloud, and remote access environments while enabling operational teams to execute and support solutions effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Enterprise Network Architecture & Strategy
- Define and maintain the enterprise network architecture vision, standards, and roadmaps for data networking and network security services globally.
- Ensure network architecture aligns with business strategy, application architecture, cloud adoption, and security requirements.
- Develop and present architecture proposals, migration strategies, and business cases to IT and business leadership.
- Evaluate emerging networking technologies and industry best practices to drive cost efficiency, resiliency, and performance improvements.
Network Design & Engineering Leadership
- Architect end-to-end network solutions spanning campus LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, data center, cloud connectivity, and remote access environments.
- Design highly available and fault-tolerant network solutions supporting voice, data, video, and multimedia services.
- Provide architectural guidance for network security services including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, and cloud security architectures.
- Lead design reviews and provide recommendations to remediate performance, scalability, and resiliency risks.
Cloud & Hybrid Networking
- Design and govern network connectivity for public cloud environments (Azure preferred; OCI, AWS as applicable).
- Architect hybrid connectivity models including ExpressRoute / Direct Connect, transit gateways, load balancers, and routing strategies.
- Ensure cloud networking designs integrate seamlessly with on-premises data center and WAN architectures.
Security, Risk & Compliance
- Participate in IT risk management initiatives and support audit and compliance strategies.
- Embed appropriate security controls into network architecture designs to protect information assets.
- Partner with security teams to support Zero Trust, segmentation, and secure remote access strategies.
- Assess architectural risks and guide mitigation strategies.
Operational Partnership & Governance
- Partner with network operations and infrastructure teams to ensure architectural designs are operationally supportable.
- Provide escalation support for complex or high-severity network issues as needed.
- Define architectural templates, reference designs, and standard methodologies to promote reuse and consistency.
- Contribute to total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and infrastructure investment planning.
Vendor & Technology Management
- Evaluate, select, and recommend networking tools and platforms to monitor, manage, and optimize network performance.
- Maintain strong partnerships with key vendors and service providers to align technology roadmaps.
- Provide technical input into vendor selection, contracts, and managed services strategies.
Knowledge Sharing & Mentorship
- Mentor network engineers and operations teams by reviewing designs and sharing architectural best practices.
- Educate IT and business stakeholders on network architecture risks, tradeoffs, and design decisions.
- Promote a culture of documentation, standardization, and continuous improvement.
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in networking-focused IT roles.
- 3+ years providing architectural guidance for large-scale, enterprise network environments.
- Advanced experience designing complex IP internetworks.
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco IOS and NX-OS environments.
- Network certifications such as CCNP or CCIE.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- ITIL certification or strong familiarity with ITIL processes.
- Experience supporting manufacturing or multi-site enterprise environments.
- Experience with HA/DR networking strategies in virtualized and cloud environments.
- Project management experience.
RELEVANT SKILLS
- Strategic thinker with strong technical depth.
- Ability to balance architectural rigor with practical operational needs.
- Strong communicator capable of influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Calm and effective in high-pressure or escalated situations.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Network Architect
Map your degree to the role
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to network architecture work. A degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems typically satisfies the specialty occupation requirement. Degrees in unrelated fields may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV prevailing wages for Network Architects in your target metro. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, and undershooting it delays the petition.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, university-affiliated research organizations, and certain nonprofits are exempt from the 85,000-cap lottery. Network Architect roles exist at these institutions, and you can start any time of year without waiting for the April registration window.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed LCA filing history for Network Architect roles. That filing history shows real sponsorship activity, not just a checkbox on a job posting claiming openness to visa candidates.
Clarify network scope during interviews
Employers unfamiliar with H-1B specialty occupation standards sometimes hesitate when a role spans cloud, WAN, and on-premises infrastructure. Walking them through how O*NET classifies Network Architect as a specialty occupation often resolves concerns before an offer is extended.
Align your start date with the cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 earliest start date. If you receive an offer in May after selection, you can negotiate a start date of October 1 or later. Attempting to start earlier requires a cap-exempt employer or a different visa category.
H-1B Visa Network Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Architect role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats Network Architect as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. O*NET classifies it as a Job Zone 5 occupation. Your employer documents this in the H-1B petition, and your degree field must align with the specific duties described in the position.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Network Architect positions?
Search Migrate Mate for Network Architect roles filtered by employers with documented LCA filing history in this occupation. DOL's LCA disclosure data shows which companies have certified labor condition applications for this job title, giving you a factual basis for targeting your applications rather than relying on job postings that vaguely mention visa sponsorship.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch Network Architect jobs?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer if your petition has been pending for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin work as soon as USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Network Architect position is reclassified or restructured?
A material change in your job duties, work location, or employer entity may require an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from pure network architecture to a management function with different specialty occupation criteria, your employer needs to assess whether the amended petition is required. Failing to file when required can create status problems.
Does working remotely affect my H-1B if I'm a Network Architect?
Remote work adds a location-based compliance layer. Your employer must file a certified LCA covering each worksite location where you'll work for more than 60 consecutive or 105 non-consecutive days in a year, including your home address. If you move to a new metro area, DOL requires a new LCA reflecting the prevailing wage for that location, which may differ from your original certified wage.