Network Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton•San Diego, CA

18d

About The Position

The Network Architect will develop enterprise-wide infrastructure designs, troubleshoot complex network issues, analyze existing infrastructure, and improve the security, reliability, and availability of mission-critical network systems supporting the Department of Defense. The role applies expertise in network design and architecture, routing and switching, system interoperability, IP engineering, OSI and transport layers, MPLS, gateway protocols, and virtual routing and forwarding to help modernize and deploy new capabilities and technologies. The architect will advise clients on mission-critical projects involving software and hardware firewalls, Cisco and Juniper equipment, Palo Alto firewalls, and optical infrastructure networking. The position focuses on DoD hybrid environments, Zero Trust principles, network segmentation and microsegmentation, SDN, container networking, virtualization, and ZTNA, including work with classified networks. The role requires a Secret clearance and a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor's degree and relevant certifications are preferred. Compensation is projected at $77,600 to $176,000 annually. Booz Allen describes benefits that include health, life, disability, financial and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, dependent care, and recognition awards. Eligible full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis may participate in benefit programs.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, including implementing Zero Trust principles.
At least 5 years of experience implementing and configuring network segmentation and microsegmentation solutions, including SDN technologies, container networking, and virtualization platforms.
At least 5 years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including ZTNA implementations.
Experience designing and architecting enterprise network and cybersecurity solutions within DoD hybrid environments.
Experience supporting defense programs, standards, or mission requirements, directly or indirectly, including Zero Trust initiatives.
Experience working with secret classified networks and their security challenges and requirements within a ZTNA model.
Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance requirements in a ZTNA context.
Secret clearance.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting and operating DoD networks.
Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms, such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware.
Experience administering Linux and Unix systems in enterprise or tactical environments.
Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening.
Experience administering Windows systems and services.
Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
CCNA, CCNP, VMware, JNCIA, or JNCP certification.

Responsibilities

Develop enterprise-wide network and infrastructure designs for DoD environments.
Design, deploy, and support network and security architectures in DoD hybrid environments, including implementation of Zero Trust principles.
Implement and configure network segmentation and microsegmentation solutions, including SDN technologies, container networking, and virtualization platforms.
Document complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including ZTNA implementations.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues.
Analyze existing infrastructure and improve the security, reliability, and availability of mission-critical network systems.
Support the evolution and deployment of new capabilities and technologies for DoD missions.
Advise clients on mission-critical network projects involving firewalls, network hardware, and optical infrastructure.
Optimize client operations and modernization using enterprise network protocols, equipment, technologies, and configurations.