Network Architect
INVISTA · Wichita, Sedgwick County ·
- Category
- Architecture
INVISTA (a Koch company) is hiring a Network Architect in Wichita to lead design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise Cisco network infrastructure across global industrial and office locations. Day-to-day work covers wired/wireless architecture, capacity planning, security and compliance, documentation, and mentoring network engineers, with up to 20% travel and an on-call rotation.
Your Job
INVISTA is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our expansive network infrastructure using Cisco technology. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring stability, security, and efficient operation of layered networks within our global industrial and office locations.
As part of a broader Koch company, INVISTA offers the opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact infrastructure - partnering with network engineers, infrastructure analysts, and business partners across the enterprise to help build the digital plants of the future. If you are passionate about networking and thrive in a challenging, hands-on atmosphere, we would like to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
What Will Put You Ahead
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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INVISTA is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our expansive network infrastructure using Cisco technology. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring stability, security, and efficient operation of layered networks within our global industrial and office locations.
As part of a broader Koch company, INVISTA offers the opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact infrastructure - partnering with network engineers, infrastructure analysts, and business partners across the enterprise to help build the digital plants of the future. If you are passionate about networking and thrive in a challenging, hands-on atmosphere, we would like to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Design and develop Cisco-based network architecture, establishing standards and best practices for implementation across the enterprise
- Partner with business and IT stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable, secure network solutions for both industrial and office environments
- Perform network planning, modeling, capacity analysis, and performance optimization to ensure reliable and efficient network operations
- Ensure a secure, stable, and compliant network environment through monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support
- Architect, manage, and provide advanced support for wired and wireless Cisco network infrastructure
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support network, server, and end-user computing initiatives and ensure seamless infrastructure operations
- Document network designs, operational procedures, issues, and resolutions to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
- Mentor and develop network engineers, providing technical guidance and partnering with global support teams to translate designs into deployed standards
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience with Cisco network technologies and products
- Experience with wireless and LAN technologies and protocols
- Experience in network analysis, design, and implementation strategies
- Familiarity with virtual networks supporting environments like VMware and Platform9
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time and participate in an on-call rotational schedule
What Will Put You Ahead
- CCNP or CCIE Professional certification
- Experience leading, supervising, or mentoring IT professionals
- Experience supporting an industrial and/or manufacturing environment, including OT/ICS network environments
- Experience in network architecture planning, design, and documentation
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a comparable certification program
- Familiarity with network automation or scripting tools
- Experience with firewall configuration and management
- Familiarity with AWS cloud and SD-WAN networking
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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