Network Architect

Equifax in Reston, Virginia, USA

Industry

Financial Services

Opportunity Type

Full-Time

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll do

  • Responsible for overall network configuration, deployment and operations
  • Maintain and create useful, accessible, network documentation that can be shared with internal users, other teams, and auditors.
  • Track and monitor network performance and throughput in ongoing effort to right size primary and secondary network links (LAN, WAN, and WLAN).
  • Continue to drive existing and establish new company wide standards across remote sites and data centers.
  • Ensure disaster recovery and business continuity environments are compliant, available, and easily accessible.
  • Manage vendor relationships and proof of concept engagements.

What experience you need

  • BS or Associate's Degree/Technical Certification or equivalent job experience required
  • 10+ years of enterprise and data center network engineering experience.
  • Experience with Cloud (AWS & GCP) Network Components
  • Experience with FedRAMP Compliance - Related to Network Controls 
  • Ability to interpret network traces and utilize TCPDUMP to troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
  • Strong experience with InfoBlox DNS solution, AWS Route 53, Google Cloud DNS and F5 GTM & LTM
  • Strong communications skills.  Able to move projects and people towards project end dates in professional and efficient fashion.
  • Working knowledge of layer 3 routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, etc.
  • Understanding of cloud technologies (AWS) and tools like Ansible big plus.
  • Ability to drive to resolution on network issues (real or perceived) by proactively engaging other groups or resources to provide updates, information, next steps, etc. etc.
  • Strong understanding of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
  • Experience with network protocols (TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS) and experience with IPv4 and IPv6
  • Experience working in a multi-vendor environment with hands-on experience with networking hardware
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against deadlines
  • Experience working in global team environments and solving problems around the world
  • Working knowledge of scripting and programming as it relates to network automation (Bash, Python, Perl) and deployment
  • A strong experience with LAN, WAN, and WLAN (MPLS, Internet, etc.).
  • Experience with Cloud (AWS & GCP) Network Component in hybrid model with on-prem Network connectivity
  • Participate in 24x7x365 on-call rotation

What could set you apart

  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and documentation skills.
  • Cloud Certification Strongly Preferred

We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!

Who is Equifax? 

At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. ​​​​​​​ 

We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best. 

Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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