Computer Network Architect

General Dynamics Information Technology • Falls Church, VA

3d • $164,382 - $212,750 • Onsite

About The Position

The Computer Network Architect designs, implements, and oversees enterprise network architectures supporting secure, resilient, 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 infrastructure meets performance, security, and availability requirements. The architect collaborates with cloud providers, mission owners, cybersecurity teams, and external partners on network modernization, integration, and operational excellence.

The position provides technical leadership to network engineering teams and supports enterprise architecture across cloud and hybrid environments. Work includes engineering secure, scalable connectivity; designing and optimizing WAN, LAN, VPN, cloud, and interconnection solutions; supporting workload onboarding; provisioning and maintaining network services; monitoring infrastructure; and resolving complex network issues. The role also ensures compliance with cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and network security requirements.

This is an onsite position in Falls Church, Virginia, with 40 scheduled weekly hours and less than 10% travel. The likely salary range is $164,382–$212,750, with actual compensation dependent on experience, location, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of network engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; additional years of experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required.
• One of the following certifications: CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or CISSP.
• Experience in enterprise network architecture and design.
• 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.
• Experience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity planning.
• Knowledge of DISA and DoW network architectures and secure connectivity solutions.
• Experience with infrastructure documentation and technical design development.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

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 ensure 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) with company match.
• Educational assistance and eLearning.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement.
• Rewards and recognition programs.
• Flexible work weeks where possible.
• Paid time off, including 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior