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The Lead Network Architect designs and develops IT infrastructure architecture solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards. The Lead Network Architect works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.

The Lead, Network Architect Provides Level 3 design, engineering implementation & support for the Data Center Network Engineering team at Humana. Performs on-call and implementation duties on nights and weekends as required. Perform advanced Data Center Network design, implementation and troubleshooting (CLOS L3 Spine/Leaf, VxLAN BGP EVPN, MEC, MLAG, vPC)

Perform advanced Palo Alto design, implementation and troubleshooting

Perform advanced Cisco Nexus Route/Switch design, implementation and troubleshooting

Perform advanced Arista Route/Switch design, implementation and troubleshooting

Review Humana provided business requirements with Humana Network Architects & Engineering teams

Create High Level Design & diagrams based on provided business requirements

Create Low Level Design & traffic flow diagrams based on provided High Level Design diagrams

Create Low Level Design cabling matrix based on provided High Level Design diagrams

Verify all necessary equipment and WAN circuits are in stock or have already been ordered

If additional equipment or WAN circuits are needed, quote them and review w/project team, then work with Humana network leadership to get them ordered

Create implementation plan (build/deploy plan), verification, and backout to accomplish Low Level Design

Create implementation Change ticketing in Service NOW, and coordinate w/PM to communicate outage windows following Humana standards

Implement (perform build/deploy) - with appropriate change ticketing/coordination

Perform post implementation validation/verification and performance testing - document results and provide to Humana Participate in On-Call rotation

Perform after-hours solutions implementation;

Support other teams as needed, after-hours;

Use your skills to make an impact

Requirements

• Enterprise hands-on experience w/Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto design, deployment and troubleshooting
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/VxLAN BGP EVPN multi-vendor technology as well as an Architect level knowledge set
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/BGP as well as an Architect level knowledge set
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/CLOS L3 Spine/Leaf topology as well as an Architect level knowledge set
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/the following management tools; Cisco NDFC/Nexus Dashboard, Arista Cloud Vision Portal, Palo Alto Panorama
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/the following observability tools; Gigamon, Live Action, Arista DMF, Viavi.
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/QOS
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/Multi-tenancy
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/Internet ingress/egress design
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/AI/NVIDIA designs, deployment and operations
• Enterprise hands-on experience w/the following DC/Transport providers; Equinix Fabric, Bare Metal, Megaport VXCs, MVE, MCR, AT&T TAOS.
• Strong understanding of IaC concepts and hands-on experience with automation and CI/CD
• Master's Degree in a Technical Field
• PMP or PMI certification

Additional Information

Work-At-Home Requirements

• WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
• Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$129,300 - $177,800 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.