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Job Title: Network Architect (Zero-Trust and VLAN ACLs)
Location: Remote with some initial Onsite visit to Springfield for onboarding
Duration: 12 Months
Job Description:
- We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to play a critical role in designing and documenting a Zero-Trust network, with a strong focus on VLAN Access Control List (ACL) creation and network segmentation. The ideal candidate will assist IT Security in analyzing network traffic, capturing packets, and developing an ACL strategy that aligns with business requirements to enhance security and limit unnecessary communication between VLANs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and document a Zero-Trust network architecture, focusing on VLAN ACLs and network segmentation.
- Develop an ACL strategy to restrict and control network traffic based on business justification.
- Conduct network analysis, generate reports on current inter-VLAN communication, and provide insights to IT Security.
- Perform packet captures and deep-dive network traffic analysis to identify unauthorized or unnecessary communications.
- Collaborate with IT Security and other technical teams to harden the network and ensure compliance with security policies.
- Implement best practices for network segmentation to improve security, performance, and operational efficiency.
- Document network design, ACL policies, and security configurations, ensuring clear communication across teams.
- Support the transition to a fully documented and controlled network security framework.
Required Qualifications:
- At least 10 years of overall experience, including a minimum of 3 years as a Network Architect.
- Proven experience as a Network Architect, with expertise in Zero-Trust architecture and VLAN ACL design.
- Deep understanding of network segmentation, ACL implementation, and traffic control policies.
- Strong experience in packet capture analysis (e.g., Wireshark, TCPDump) and network monitoring tools.
- Ability to translate business needs into technical network security controls.
- Familiarity with enterprise security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001.
- Excellent documentation skills to clearly outline network design and security policies.
- Strong collaboration skills to work with IT Security, infrastructure, and business teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, or Zero Trust Certified Architect.
- Experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions.
- Prior experience in a government or highly regulated environment.
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