SMART TECH SKILLS LLC

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits: Competitive salary Location Must support onsite and remote environments across Massachusetts; occasional travel required Experience Level Senior Level (10 or more years of networking experience) Role Overview The Senior Network Architect is responsible for leading the design, evolution, and modernization of a large-scale statewide network infrastructure supporting approximately 250 locations. This role serves as the technical authority for enterprise routing, security, cloud connectivity, and network architecture decisions. The position plays a critical role in the organizations transition from onpremises environments to a secure, resilient hybrid-cloud architecture leveraging AWS. Key Responsibilities Network Architecture & Strategy Design and maintain scalable hub-and-spoke and mesh network architectures supporting a diverse, geographically distributed site footprint Define network standards, patterns, and long-term architectural roadmaps aligned with modernization initiatives Serve as the senior technical authority for enterprise routing, switching, and connectivity design decisions Hybrid Cloud & AWS Connectivity Architect and optimize secure, high-performance connectivity between onpremises infrastructure and AWS environments Design and manage AWS networking components including VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, routing, and security constructs Ensure hybrid-cloud designs support resilience, scalability, and operational efficiency Routing, Switching & Core Networking Lead the design and optimization of a complex routing environment using EIGRP as the primary protocol Implement and manage BGP for external connectivity and cloud peering Support selective OSPF deployments where appropriate Provide architectural oversight for Cisco-based enterprise and data center platforms Security, Traffic Management & Availability Oversee perimeter and internal security architecture using Fortigate (FortiOS) firewalls and VPN technologies Manage application traffic flow and high availability using NetScaler and load balancing solutions Ensure network designs meet security, performance, and availability requirements Observability, Operations & Modernization Utilize SolarWinds and enterprise monitoring tools to provide visibility into network health and performance Lead proactive capacity planning, root cause analysis, and advanced troubleshooting efforts Drive the transition from traditional hardware-centric networking to software-defined and cloud-native architectures Required Qualifications 10 or more years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure design 4 or more years in a lead architect, principal engineer, or senior technical leadership role Expert-level experience with Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS platforms Deep hands-on knowledge of EIGRP and BGP routing protocols Proven experience architecting AWS networking solutions, including VPC design, routing, security groups, and Direct Connect Strong experience with Fortigate firewalls and enterprise VPN implementations Experience with enterprise monitoring and alerting platforms, including SolarWinds NPM and NCM Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience CCNP Enterprise or Data Center certification Preferred Qualifications CCIE certification AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional Experience with software-defined networking or large-scale network modernization initiatives Experience supporting highly distributed, multi-site public sector or enterprise environments Core Skills & Attributes Strong architectural thinking with the ability to design for scalability, security, and resiliency Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills in complex networking environments Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear guidance for non-technical stakeholders Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical direction Strong documentation, communication, and decision-making skills Flexible work from home options available.

Job DescriptionJob Description Requirements 5 or more years of experience in business analysis supporting enterprise IT projects. Proficiency in system integration analysis, APIs, and data exchange between applications. Experience with gathering and documenting business and functional requirements. Experience in process modeling using Visio, Lucidchart, or similar technical tools. Experience with creating Business Requirements Documents, use cases, and user stories. Experience in User Acceptance Testing and the development of system test plans. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Responsibilities Document current and future state workflows including process maps and business narratives. Analyze system integrations, data exchanges, and technical dependencies between enterprise applications. Translate business needs into structured technical specifications and requirements traceability matrices. Facilitate workshop sessions with technical stakeholders to define and validate system functionality. Support Project Management Office initiatives by tracking project tasks and maintaining documentation. Manage system testing activities including the creation of test cases and UAT scenarios. Coordinate with business units to identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency gains. Company DescriptionEstablished in 2004, Smart Tech Skills is a leading technology and professional services organization focusing on cutting-edge technologies. The company, headquartered in Marlborough, MA, effectively meets clients' technology needs nationwide, simplifying the management of advanced technology.Company DescriptionEstablished in 2004, Smart Tech Skills is a leading technology and professional services organization focusing on cutting-edge technologies. The company, headquartered in Marlborough, MA, effectively meets clients' technology needs nationwide, simplifying the management of advanced technology.