Network Architect

ONEOK

Network Architect designing and deploying secure routing, firewall, wireless, and datacenter infrastructure for ONEOK, a midstream energy services provider. Advising leadership on network technology and architecture.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeTulsa • Oklahoma • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in network design and architecture, with a strong focus on deploying and implementing LAN/WAN, firewall, and load-balancing solutions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders and leadership on strategic network decisions.

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Network Design LeadershipCisco CertificationsEnterprise Network RoutingNetwork Security EvaluationCross-Functional Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Network DesignLAN/WAN ImplementationFirewall ConfigurationLoad-Balancing SolutionsEnterprise Wi-Fi DeploymentDMZ EnvironmentsVXLAN Leaf/Spine ArchitectureNetwork Programming (Python, REST, JSON)As-Built DocumentationNetwork Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStakeholder CoordinationReliability in Action Items

Certifications & Qualifications

Cisco Professional-Level CertificationCisco Expert-Level Certification

Industry Keywords

IT ArchitectureNetwork InfrastructureDatacenter ArchitectureNetwork StandardsBudget Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gather requirements from business units, Information Security, and IT/OT infrastructure groups
Lead evaluation of new technologies and selection of technology vendors
Develop network designs and architectures with input from technical peers
Deploy and implement LAN/WAN, firewall, load-balancing, and wireless network solutions
Create as-built diagrams and documentation describing network standards and processes
Assist with documentation for budgeting and presentations to IT leadership
Serve as the highest escalation point for troubleshooting issues within ONEOK's network infrastructure
Evaluate and improve network security and address changing business needs
Advise leadership on strategic network decisions and ongoing projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8 years of networking experience, including at least 3 years leading network design projects
Cisco professional- or expert-level certifications, or an IT-related bachelor's degree, a plus
Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences or equivalent combination of formal education and job-related experience
Typically 10+ years of experience in a discipline relevant to core IT architecture
Strong technical knowledge of DMZ environments, load balancers, and firewalls
Experience creating and deploying enterprise-wide network routing designs
Experience designing and deploying enterprise Wi-Fi solutions
Experience with datacenter architectures involving VXLAN leaf/spine and traditional layer 2 leaf/spine
Understanding of network programming technologies including Python, REST, GitHub, and JSON, a plus
Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams and complete assigned action items reliably
Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with key stakeholders during network changes
Ability to communicate with leadership on projects and advise on strategic decisions
Must live in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area
Must be able to travel occasionally for office meetings and potentially secondary datacenter or remote-site visits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work/home office option for eligible candidates in listed states
Occasional travel to the corporate office in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and potentially secondary data centers or remote sites
Company vehicle may be assigned based on tasks
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity and inclusion