Platform Network Solution Architect Director

The Boston Consulting Group • Boston, MA

78d • $178,000 - $213,333

About The Position

The IT Secure Infrastructure Engineering (SIE) team is seeking an experienced Network Solution Architect. The individual in this role will be part of the team responsible for BCG's Infrastructure Strategy with a focus on the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade network solutions across the on-premises and multi-cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise with Cisco Appliances, AWS and/or GCP networking, and a strong proficiency with Infoblox DNS, Palo Alto Firewalls, VeloCloud SD-WAN, Zero Trust solutions like Zscaler, and Azure networking. The role requires a strategic thinker that can translate business needs into secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures while collaborating with diverse and globally distributed teams.

Requirements

• Strong Knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs
• Advanced proficiency in Cisco IOS (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Infoblox for enterprise-grade DNS solutions
• VeloCloud SD-WAN deployment and optimization
• AWS: Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPC, VPN, Load Balancing, Security Groups
• GCP: Network Connectivity Center, Cloud Interconnect, VPC, VPN, Load Balancing, Firewall Rules
• Azure: Express Routes, VNET, Security Groups, Load Balancing, vWAN
• Expertise in Palo Alto Firewalls including policy configuration, threat prevention
• Network segmentation, zero-trust frameworks, and IAM integration
• Cloud native Web Application Firewalls
• Monitoring solutions: Datadog, Stackdriver, PA Panorama, or equivalent
• Strong practical experience with DevOps tools and methods, like CI/CD, Git, IaC (Terraform)
• Good understanding of using Jira for story tracking and Confluence for documentation
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• High level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, collaboration and patience
• Ability to successfully and effectively manage multiple projects and deliverables
• Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ability to successfully implement change through relationships built on a local, regional and global level
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in related field or relevant experience/certifications

Nice To Haves

• Cisco: CCNP/CCIE
• Cloud: AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Professional Cloud Network Engineer
• 10 Years Experience in network engineering and design including cloud (AWS or GCP preferred)

Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end network architectures that integrate AWS, GCP, Azure, and Cisco IOS platforms
• Design Core Network Protocol (DNS, NTP, DHCP) deployments with tools like Infoblox
• Design secure perimeter and segmentation strategies with Palo Alto Firewalls
• Lead SD-WAN design and deployment using VeloCloud to optimize global connectivity
• Configure and manage Cisco IOS-based routers, switches, and firewalls
• Deploy and maintain enterprise scale cloud networking components in AWS, Azure, and GCP
• Optimize network reliability, performance, and scalability across hybrid and multi-cloud environments
• Implement automation where possible using Terraform, API integrations, Git Actions and/or Terraform Cloud
• Implement next-generation firewall policies, web application firewall rules, threat prevention on Palo Alto and cloud native Firewalls
• Apply DNS security best practices using Infoblox
• Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, SOC2, and GDPR
• Partner with cloud, security, network, and DevOps teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Serve as subject matter expert for cloud networking, SD-WAN, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and firewall technologies
• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers and operations teams
• Establish proactive monitoring and alerting systems across cloud and on-prem networks
• Lead advanced troubleshooting for issues involving Cisco IOS, Palo Alto, Infoblox, and VeloCloud
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures

Benefits

• Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children
• Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs
• Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits
• Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually
• Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities
• Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan
• Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)
• Paid sick time on an as needed basis

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees