Randstad Digital Americas · 16 hours ago
Principal Network Solution Architect
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$75/hr - $85/hr
15+ years expRandstad Digital Americas is seeking a Principal Network Solution Architect for a high-impact role that combines visionary strategy with hands-on execution. The successful candidate will drive the evolution of a massive enterprise network, leading project lifecycles from concept to implementation while ensuring operational soundness and scalability.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Define the enterprise network roadmap while ensuring every high-level design is operationally sound and implementable
Lead the project lifecycle from initial concept through to hands-on implementation . You aren't just handing off a design; you are ensuring it works in the rack
Create and defend Conceptual and Solution Network Architectures before the Enterprise Architecture Review Council
Act as the "Engineer's Architect," providing deep-tier escalation support and technical mentorship to junior teams during critical deployments
Proactively identify legacy bottlenecks and integrate modern technologies (SD-WAN, Automation, Zero Trust) into the existing environment
Ensure every new server, application, and site adheres to rigorous network best practices and long-term scalability requirements
Qualification
Required
15+ years of IT experience, with at least 10 years dedicated to complex network architecture and heavy hands-on engineering
An active CCIE (Routing & Switching/Enterprise) is required
Expert-level mastery of Data Center fabric, complex BGP/OSPF routing, and high-density switching environments
A proven track record of staying 'close to the metal'-you should be as comfortable with a console cable as you are with a slide deck
The ability to translate 'bit and byte' technicalities into business outcomes for senior leadership and stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent high-level military/industry experience
Benefits
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Short-term disability
401K plan
Company
Randstad Digital Americas
Randstad Digital is a trusted digital enablement partner that facilitates accelerated transformation for businesses by providing global talent, capacity, and solutions across specialized domains.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Graig Paglieri
CEO, Randstad Digital Americas
Pascal de Hesselle
SVP, Executive Client Partner - Technology, Media & Telecom
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