Network Architect

SAIC•Sterling, VA

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Architect to join our team in providing technical support to a dynamic program encompassing the management, design, deployment, operations, and maintenance of large-scale network communication systems. In this role, the candidate will take ownership of the end-to-end design and management of data transport needs between multiple sites and manage the growth with addition of sites. The ideal candidate will take the initiative, act independently to solve problems, and work in a multi-disciplinary team environment that supports a broad range of operational requirements. The candidate should be an expert with experience in network forensics and IP address tracking.

Requirements

Network forensics
IP address tracking

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end design and management of data transport needs between multiple sites
Translate customer network CONOPS and requirements into procurable vendor specifications
Develop plans for engagement with carriers for procurement of services, architecture of end-to-end transport, and coordination of the implementation of circuits, cross connects, etc.
Specify and deploy network encryption requirements
Provide strong written documentation of network architectures, vendor engagements and status, and other project developments
Engage with vendor engineers and customer technical leads
Multi-task and produce high-quality products under tight deadlines
Demonstrate initiative and flexibility to work both individually and in a team environment with limited oversight
Provide effective organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Employ strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with other components to communicate processes and procedures, and facilitate program requirements
Provide outstanding customer service skills to meet high demand requirements