Job Title: Network Architect Client: Private Sector Technology Company Duration: 6-12 months contract (potential extensions) Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid) Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to support the design and implementation of secure, scalable network infrastructure for engineering and R&D; lab environments. This role will focus on network segmentation, SD-WAN architecture, firewall policy design, and secure access controls to support isolated and high-security operational environments. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in enterprise network architecture, NAC solutions, and secure lab connectivity across Aruba or Cisco environments.

Responsibilities Design and implement secure network architecture for enterprise and R&D; lab environments

Own global air-gapped RDL architecture and defend HLD/LLD decisions before security governance.

Deep Check Point, SD-WAN, VLAN segmentation, CyberArk vPAM, Zscaler ZTNA and Linux expertise.

Design secure package-repository transfer, local identity/RBAC and repeatable site deployment patterns.

Develop and maintain

VLAN design and segmentation strategies

SD-WAN connectivity solutions

Firewall policies and network security controls

Architect and support network isolation to protect sensitive lab and engineering environments





Implement and maintain NAC/ClearPass onboarding and access controls

Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams on network standards and governance

Troubleshoot complex network and connectivity issues

Document network architecture, configurations, and operational standards

Support scalability, performance optimization, and future-state network planning

Qualifications Must-Have Skills Robust experience in network architecture and design expertise in:

VLAN design and segmentation

SD-WAN technologies

Firewall policy design and management

ClearPass/NAC solutions

Experience supporting R&D; lab isolation and secure engineering environments

Strong knowledge of Aruba or Cisco networking stacks

Excellent troubleshooting and stakeholder communication skills

Nice-to-Have Skills Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or high-security enterprise environments

Familiarity with export-control or regulated infrastructure environments

Knowledge of automation or infrastructure-as-code for network provisioning

Relevant networking certifications (CCNP, CCIE, Aruba certifications, etc.) #IndKyn Please note this is for a contract position with one of our clients and not a fulltime employment role with Kyndryl Canada**

📌 Network Architect (Toronto)
🏢 Kyndryl
📍 Toronto