Network Architect (Government)

AT&T • Bellevue, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

AT&T Global Public Sector is seeking a Network Architect to support a US Government Program providing IT Services to US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) located in Omaha, Nebraska. This role is responsible for building and maintaining network Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) models, and for designing, implementing, and sustaining USSTRATCOM’s secure network environment. The position offers technical leadership in evaluating, modernizing, and evolving network technologies to enhance performance, reliability, and security. The Network Architect will stay current with emerging networking trends, provide regular briefings to management, lead or support technical status meetings, and offer architectural guidance for technical refresh efforts. The ideal candidate possesses strong enterprise network architecture expertise, systems engineering skills, and hands-on experience with digital engineering and model-based approaches, particularly within secure DoD environments. This position requires a minimum of 5 days per week in the office at the customer's site in Omaha, Nebraska.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or other relevant STEM discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in network architecture, network engineering, or enterprise infrastructure design.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining secure enterprise network environments.
• Experience evaluating and integrating new network technologies to improve performance, reliability, and security.
• Experience developing architectural designs, technical solutions, and implementation plans for network modernization or refresh efforts.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including through formal briefings and status meetings.
• Experience supporting technical reviews, status reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
• Strong understanding of secure network design principles, enterprise networking concepts, and infrastructure lifecycle management.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• ITIL 4 certification required within 9 months of hire.
• DoD 8140-compliant certification required within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Experience using digital engineering methods in architecture or network design efforts.
• Experience with SysML, UAF, or related modeling languages/frameworks.
• Experience building or maintaining executable or analytical models in support of systems, architecture, or operational processes.
• OCSMP, INCOSE, or related systems engineering/modeling training or certifications.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and their application to network environments.
• Experience supporting DoD, USSTRATCOM, or other highly secure federal environments.
• Experience briefing leadership on emerging technologies, architecture strategy, and modernization recommendations.
• Experience leading technical refresh or modernization initiatives from evaluation through design and implementation.
• Intermediate or Advanced level certifications preferred (e.g., CASP+, CCSP, CISSO, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, Cloud+, CSSLP, FITSP-D, GCIA, GCLD, GCSA, GDSA, GICSP, GSEC).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain network UAF models in support of enterprise architecture and network modernization efforts.
• Design, build, and assist in maintaining USSTRATCOM’s secure network environment.
• Evaluate new and emerging network technologies to improve network performance, reliability, and security.
• Develop architectural approaches and technical designs for approved network technology refresh initiatives.
• Lead or support the implementation of new network technologies following technical refresh approval.
• Maintain awareness of new networking features, products, and capabilities relevant to mission and enterprise needs.
• Brief USSTRATCOM management on new networking technologies annually, or more frequently as required.
• Lead or contribute to monthly technical status meetings and communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support architecture development, engineering analysis, and technical planning activities across the network domain.
• Ensure network designs align with enterprise architecture objectives, mission requirements, and security expectations.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

What This Job Offers

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