job summary: Seeking a Sr. Manager - Network Architect who will lead and evolve the network infrastructure to support our business growth and transformation. This senior leader will oversee the design, implementation, and management of enterprise network platforms, ensuring performance, scalability, security, and reliability of all network systems. The Sr. Manager will set a strategic vision for the network architecture discipline and develop high-performing teams to deliver world-class network solutions. location: Frisco, Texas job type: Contract salary: $85 - 100 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic plans and roadmaps to advance enterprise network infrastructure, supporting current and future business needs. ? Establish and govern enterprise-level standards, best practices, and processes for network architecture, engineering, and deployment. ? Champion modernization initiatives including cloud networking, network automation, AI, and network-as-code, fostering innovation and continuous improvement. ? Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of network technologies, tools, and vendors, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and business objectives. ? Partner with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to understand requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure seamless integration and delivery. ? Analyze technology trends and assess emerging solutions to recommend and drive adoption of new capabilities where appropriate. ? Ensure adherence to security standards and compliance requirements throughout all aspects of network architecture and operations. qualifications: ? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and work experience. ? 10+ years of experience in IT network architecture and engineering ? Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and operating enterprise network infrastructure the following technical disciplines: network architecture, cloud networking, network automation, wireless networking, infrastructure automation, SDWAN networking, and security infrastructure. ? Experience in managing teams working across multiple, diverse technologies and operational environments. ? Direct experience architecting solutions for: SDWAN, firewalls, LAN, cloud, and network automation skills: Must Have: Experience with SDWAN, Aruba, wifi, AI automation (scripting/python). Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and operating enterprise network infrastructure the following technical disciplines: network architecture, cloud networking, network automation, wireless networking, infrastructure automation, SDWAN networking, and security infrastructure. Experience in managing teams working across multiple, diverse technologies and operational environments. Direct experience architecting solutions for: SDWAN, firewalls, LAN, cloud, and network automation Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.