Network Architect and Integration Lead (SDIN)
About The Position
The Network Architect and Integration Lead (SDIN) supports the U.S. Space Force in developing, rapidly deploying, and integrating resilient space, ground, and user capabilities across the space enterprise. The role combines technical architecture and engineering with program leadership to deliver customer-focused network solutions for warfighters. The SDIN Integrator bridges and synchronizes the SDIN and meshONE-T networking programs, whose networks serve distinct operational requirements. The position advises internal programs and external Mission Partners on network capabilities, mission-fit solutions, and interconnection frameworks. It also supports enterprise reviews and governance boards, identifies technical and operational constraints, and helps stakeholders implement recommended solutions. The role is based at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, and is described as hybrid, with 10% travel.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
- At least 7 years of experience with network engineering or network architecture.
- Technical experience with SDIN.
- Experience advising or consulting clients on network solutions.
- Experience leading high-stakes briefings via Microsoft Teams.
- Experience authoring clear, concise technical blueprints, onboarding guides, and executive summaries.
- Knowledge of enterprise networking principles, protocols, and architecture.
- Ability to interact, brief, and build consensus at the executive leadership level.
- Ability to translate highly technical data into simple, actionable concepts.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with meshONE-T networks.
- Experience architecting classified networks.
- Experience in network architecture, systems engineering, or cross-domain solutions.
- Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide network integration leadership and program management in support of enterprise reviews and governance boards.
- Analyze problems, develop technical reports, make recommendations, and work with government and corporate executive leaders and stakeholders to implement solutions.
- Serve as the primary advisor and technical liaison to internal programs and external Mission Partners evaluating network capabilities and selecting solutions for their missions.
- Develop robust interconnection frameworks between SDIN and meshONE-T.
- Map and compare underlying technology, costing models, onboarding timelines, team structures, and operational frameworks.
- Define technical requirements, operational limitations, cost-benefit analyses, and cross-network efficiencies between SDIN and meshONE-T.
- Ensure interconnected architectures meet cybersecurity risk-management and authorization boundaries.
- Lead cross-functional technical discussions between SDIN and meshONE-T design and engineering teams.
- Translate network capabilities, dependencies, and constraints—including bandwidth, costs, and deployment scheduling—into guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
