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Work you'll do/Responsibilities
As part of the M&A separation project, you will be responsible to support the migration while a new network is built out
- Focus entirely on connecting the two infrastructures securely while protecting corporate data from new vulnerabilities
- Security and Network DesignResolve IP overlap: Design Network Address Translation (NAT) strategies
- Communicate regularly with Engagement Managers (Directors), project team members, and representatives from various functional and / or technical teams, including escalating any matters that require additional attention and consideration from engagement management
- Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes including implementing leading practice workflows, addressing deficits in quality, and driving operational outcomes
The Team
AI & Engineering leverages cutting-edge engineering capabilities to build, deploy, and operate integrated/verticalized sector solutions in software, data, AI, network, and hybrid cloud infrastructure. These solutions are powered by engineering for business advantage, transforming mission-critical operations. We enable clients to stay ahead with the latest advancements by transforming engineering teams and modernizing technology & data platforms. Our delivery models are tailored to meet each client's unique requirements.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related IT discipline; or equivalent experience
- Possess CCNP Credentials
- Experience working with network environments, including design, deployment, or operations of network infrastructure
- Experience with core networking and security concepts, including routing, switching, firewalls, network monitoring, access management controls, network reliability, performance optimization, and troubleshooting
- Experience working in complex, large-scale enterprise environments and collaborating with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
Preferred
- Analytical/ Decision Making Responsibilities
- Analytical ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks into manageable work products
- Can operate independently or with minimum supervision
- Excellent Written and Communication Skills Ability to deliver technical demonstrations
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,600 to $150,700.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Work you'll do/Responsibilities
As part of the M&A separation project, you will be responsible to support the migration while a new network is built out
- Focus entirely on connecting the two infrastructures securely while protecting corporate data from new vulnerabilities
- Security and Network DesignResolve IP overlap: Design Network Address Translation (NAT) strategies
- Communicate regularly with Engagement Managers (Directors), project team members, and representatives from various functional and / or technical teams, including escalating any matters that require additional attention and consideration from engagement management
- Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes including implementing leading practice workflows, addressing deficits in quality, and driving operational outcomes
The Team
AI & Engineering leverages cutting-edge engineering capabilities to build, deploy, and operate integrated/verticalized sector solutions in software, data, AI, network, and hybrid cloud infrastructure. These solutions are powered by engineering for business advantage, transforming mission-critical operations. We enable clients to stay ahead with the latest advancements by transforming engineering teams and modernizing technology & data platforms. Our delivery models are tailored to meet each client's unique requirements.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related IT discipline; or equivalent experience
- Possess CCNP Credentials
- Experience working with network environments, including design, deployment, or operations of network infrastructure
- Experience with core networking and security concepts, including routing, switching, firewalls, network monitoring, access management controls, network reliability, performance optimization, and troubleshooting
- Experience working in complex, large-scale enterprise environments and collaborating with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
- Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
Preferred
- Analytical/ Decision Making Responsibilities
- Analytical ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks into manageable work products
- Can operate independently or with minimum supervision
- Excellent Written and Communication Skills Ability to deliver technical demonstrations
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,600 to $150,700.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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Who's Hiring
- Transaction Network Services (TNS)19
- GovCIO4G
- NVIDIA4
- CACI International4C
- Apple3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software24
- Telecommunications20
- Manufacturing5
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network architect jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related engineering field
- Deep hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper routing, switching, and firewall platforms
- Proficiency designing hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP
- CCNP or CCIE certification, or equivalent vendor-neutral certification such as CompTIA Network+
- Experience with SD-WAN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and zero-trust network segmentation models
- Ability to produce detailed low-level and high-level design documentation for enterprise environments
Tips for Your Network Architect Job Search
Tailor your resume to each stack
Network architect roles vary significantly by technology stack. Highlight Cisco, Juniper, or cloud-native tools that match each specific posting rather than listing every platform you've touched, so your resume reads as a direct fit instead of a general list.
Show design decisions, not just deployments
Hiring managers want to see that you architected solutions, not just installed them. Describe the business problem, the design choices you weighed, and the outcome. Candidates who only list tools they've configured rarely stand out against those who explain why they made specific architectural calls.
Target openings by the environment you know
Filter your search by on-prem, hybrid, or cloud-first environments before applying. Applying to roles where your experience aligns with the infrastructure model saves time and dramatically improves your interview conversion rate versus blanket-applying to every network architect posting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists network architect openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a design whiteboard response
Most network architect interviews include a live design exercise. Practice walking through a multi-site enterprise network or a hybrid cloud topology out loud, explaining your assumptions and tradeoffs. Interviewers assess your reasoning process as much as your final diagram.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Network architect offers often include room to negotiate the role's scope, such as whether you own vendor selection, lead junior engineers, or influence procurement decisions. Clarifying these boundaries before you accept prevents frustration once you're in the seat.
Network Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most network architects?
The companies hiring the most network architects right now include Transaction Network Services (TNS), GovCIO, and NVIDIA, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is concentrated in enterprise technology, telecommunications, and large-scale financial services organizations.
How many network architect jobs are remote?
About 39% of network architect openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that much architecture and design work can be done without being on-site. Cloud networking and SD-WAN architecture roles tend to carry the highest remote availability, while data center design and on-premises infrastructure positions more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a network architect?
Start by building deep hands-on experience as a network engineer, mastering routing protocols, switching, firewalls, and at least one cloud platform. Earn a professional-level certification such as CCNP or a cloud networking credential. Move toward design responsibilities by taking on architecture tasks in your current role, documenting your decisions, and demonstrating that you can translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Can you get a network architect job with limited experience?
Getting hired directly as a network architect with limited experience is uncommon because most employers expect several years of hands-on network engineering work first. The most effective path is to build a portfolio of design documentation from real or lab environments, pursue a CCNP or equivalent certification, and target smaller organizations or managed service providers where architects wear multiple hats and junior candidates get more design exposure.
What does the network architect interview process look like?
Most network architect interviews involve an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering protocols and design concepts, and at least one live whiteboard or design exercise where you walk through an architecture for a given scenario. Later rounds typically include a panel with engineering leads and sometimes a hiring manager focused on cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, since architects routinely present designs to non-technical stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to network architect jobs?
You can find and apply to network architect jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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