Solution Architect - SDA

Solution Architect Enterprise Network Modernisation (Cisco SDA & Security)

Contract Opportunity Sydney, NSW On-Site

About the Company

A well-established technology consultancy is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect to lead enterprise network modernisation initiatives across large and complex customer environments.

The business delivers networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure transformation services to a broad range of enterprise clients and is looking for an architect who can provide strategic direction while remaining close to technical delivery.

The Opportunity

This Sydney-based contract role will be responsible for designing and governing Cisco SDA-driven transformation programs, helping organisations transition from traditional network architectures to modern, software-defined environments.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, project teams, and technical specialists to develop architecture roadmaps, oversee migrations, and ensure successful delivery across networking and security domains.

Key Duties

• Define target-state network and security architectures leveraging Cisco SDA technologies.
• Develop transition strategies for complex enterprise networking environments.
• Lead discovery sessions and architecture workshops with business and technical stakeholders.
• Create architecture deliverables including solution designs, migration plans, implementation documentation, and technical standards.
• Provide architectural oversight throughout deployment and transition activities.
• Evaluate technical risks, dependencies, and operational considerations associated with migration programs.
• Work alongside engineering and project teams to ensure architecture alignment during delivery.
• Engage with customer leadership, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ensure solutions align with security, compliance, supportability, and operational requirements.

Experience Required

• Extensive experience delivering solution architecture across enterprise network and security environments.
• Strong expertise with Cisco SDA, Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), Cisco ISE, and campus networking technologies.
• Previous involvement in large-scale migration, refresh, or network transformation programs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and consulting capabilities.
• Experience facilitating technical workshops and translating business requirements into solution designs.
• Understanding of network automation, programmability, APIs, and platform integration.
• Strong architecture governance, documentation, and technical design experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both executive and technical audiences.

Desired Certifications

• CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or equivalent Cisco certifications.
• Cisco SDA and DNA Center specialisations highly regarded.
• Industry architecture, cloud, or cybersecurity certifications beneficial.

What's on Offer

• Contract engagement with an established technology consultancy.
• On-site role based in Sydney, NSW.
• Opportunity to lead high-profile enterprise network transformation initiatives.
• Immediate start or short notice preferred.

This role is ideal for a Solution Architect who combines strong Cisco SDA expertise with enterprise consulting experience and a proven record of delivering complex network transformation projects.