Computer Network Architect
About The Position
The Computer Network Architect designs, implements, and oversees enterprise network architectures supporting secure, resilient, and high-performing mission operations for the Department of War Chief Information Officer for Special Access Programs. The role supports network engineering initiatives, develops connectivity solutions across cloud and on-premises environments, and ensures network infrastructure meets performance, security, and availability requirements. The architect collaborates with cloud providers, mission owners, cybersecurity teams, external partners, service providers, DISA, and stakeholder organizations to support network modernization, integration, and operational excellence. The position also provides technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to network engineering teams.
Requirements
- At least 15 years of related network engineering experience.
- Bachelor of Science degree, which may be substituted with additional years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Enterprise network architecture and design experience.
- Knowledge of routing and switching technologies, including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
- Experience with cloud networking, including AWS, Azure, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Knowledge of WAN, LAN, VPN, SD-WAN, and network segmentation.
- Knowledge of network security architecture, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust principles.
- Experience with QoS engineering and performance optimization.
- Network monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity-planning skills.
- Knowledge of DISA and DoW network architectures and secure connectivity solutions.
- Ability to develop infrastructure documentation and technical designs.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
- One of the following certifications: CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or CISSP.
Responsibilities
- Design and manage enterprise network architectures across cloud and hybrid environments.
- Provide network engineering support for secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity.
- Architect and optimize WAN, LAN, VPN, cloud, and interconnection solutions.
- Develop network standards, roadmaps, and technical designs aligned with mission requirements.
- Support workload onboarding and integration with cloud and customer network environments.
- Collaborate with service providers, DISA, and stakeholder organizations to provision and maintain network services.
- Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to support operational continuity.
- Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, RMF, and network security requirements.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to network engineering teams.
Benefits
- Customizable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Educational assistance and eLearning.
- Internal mobility support for employee advancement.
- Rewards and recognition programs.
- Paid time off plans that include vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
