Senior Network Security Architect (Hybrid)
6-Month Contract | Likely Extension
Up to $1300/day inc. super
I'm helping an Australian-owned industry leader assist them in finding a Senior Network Security Architect to drive the design and delivery of next-generation secure network infrastructure.
You'll bring have a strong background in high-level network architecture, security design, and SD-WAN integration. You'll work closely with engineering and operational teams to shape secure, scalable, and robust network environments across enterprise and data centre domains.
What you'll be doing:
Lead the architecture and design of secure network solutions, across both greenfield initiatives and upgrades to existing infrastructure
Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to deliver scalable architectures using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies
Define high- and low-level designs for enterprise and data centre networks, with a focus on Cisco routing, switching, and ASA/Firepower
Drive the implementation of SD-WAN solutions (Cisco Viptela or Meraki) across distributed environments
Contribute to firewall design, segmentation strategies, and security zoning using both Cisco and Palo Alto platforms
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and architects within the team
Document architecture and transition plans, and support handover to operational teams
What experience/deliverables you'll bring:
- 8+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering, with at least 3 years in senior or architecture-level roles
Proven experience as a senior network or security architect
Strong background in Cisco networks, firewalls, and SD-WAN design
Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls and enterprise security principles
Solid understanding of BGP, OSPF, VPNs, and network segmentation
Ability to produce clear architecture documentation and mentor others
