Network Architect, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton•Alexandria, VA

11d•$112,800 - $257,000

About The Position

Are you ready to leverage your expertise in advanced network and security technologies to safeguard our nation and support critical defense missions? As a Network Solution Architect for the Army National Guard, you’ll lead zero trust initiatives focused on software-defined networking (SDN), directly strengthening the resilience of military infrastructure and securing mission-critical operations. In this role, you will implement innovative security measures, close vulnerabilities, and recommend strategies that protect classified data and fortify national defense. As a key leader, you’ll guide a team of engineers to analyze and resolve complex network challenges, evaluate emerging technologies, and drive the adoption of advanced solutions using tools like Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, and Forescout. By applying zero trust principles, you’ll ensure that devices, applications, and users are authenticated and authorized before accessing sensitive systems, reducing risks, and countering evolving cyber threats. Your work will play a critical role in modernizing cyber defense and protecting national infrastructure. Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

8+ years of experience designing and implementing data-centric solutions using Cisco ACI technology
8+ years of experience with conducting network discovery, including analyzing and documenting system requirements
Experience with developing and executing test and implementation plans based on requirements
Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel
Pay strict attention to detail
Multitask and prioritize
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree
Security+ Certification

Nice To Haves

Experience leading teams of technical staff in the design, build, and integration of IT solutions
Experience supporting DoW Enterprise Networks
Experience designing and implementing Cloud-native and over the top networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP
Experience with firewall design and network security, including Device Hardening, intrusion detection systems and intrusion prevention systems, SIEM, Firewalls, and Internet Protocol Security, vulnerability assessment, and intrusion detection
Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto Firewalls and F5 Load Balancers
Experience with prior publications, and speaking engagements in industry or vendor forums
Knowledge of designing and delivering Cisco SD-Access solutions
Knowledge of implementing Cisco TrustSec policies to enforce dynamic and scalable access control across enterprise networks
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking

Responsibilities

Lead zero trust initiatives focused on software-defined networking (SDN).
Implement innovative security measures.
Close vulnerabilities.
Recommend strategies that protect classified data and fortify national defense.
Guide a team of engineers to analyze and resolve complex network challenges.
Evaluate emerging technologies.
Drive the adoption of advanced solutions using tools like Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, and Forescout.
Ensure that devices, applications, and users are authenticated and authorized before accessing sensitive systems, reducing risks, and countering evolving cyber threats.