Network & Security Architect
About The Position
VT-ARC, a technical services and applied research company, is seeking a Network & Security Expert to design secure, reliable, and high-performing enterprise networks. The role involves evaluating existing environments, recommending improvements, and acting as a trusted technical advisor across engineering, cybersecurity, and mission teams. The Network & Security Architect will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting the design, integration, analysis, and security of enterprise network infrastructures for mission-critical operations. This includes providing technical leadership for network architecture, data transport, systems interoperability, and cybersecurity initiatives within complex government environments, focusing on modernization, assessment, and optimization while ensuring compliance with security standards. The position requires expertise in network protocols, transport technologies, security architecture, and infrastructure analysis to support operational and strategic mission objectives within classified environments. This position is contingent upon contract award, with performance anticipated to begin on or about September 15th, 2026.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 9 years of experience in network engineering, network architecture, cybersecurity, systems engineering, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience designing, analyzing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructures.
- Strong understanding of: Network architecture and design, Data transport technologies, Routing and switching protocols, TCP/IP networking, Systems interoperability, Infrastructure assessment and analysis.
- Experience implementing and supporting network security controls and architectures.
- Knowledge of network security principles, standards, frameworks, and industry best practices.
- Experience supporting secure network operations in government or highly regulated environments.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM), Department of Defense, or Intelligence Community organizations.
- Knowledge of federal government classified networks and systems.
- Experience supporting mission systems, command and control environments, or space operations networks.
- Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles.
- Experience supporting network modernization, systems integration, or enterprise transformation initiatives.
- Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF, NIST, and related security frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical SME for network architecture, data transport, infrastructure analysis, and cybersecurity initiatives.
- Design, evaluate, and optimize enterprise network infrastructures supporting mission operations and organizational objectives.
- Analyze network architectures and transport systems to improve performance, availability, scalability, and security.
- Develop network designs and recommendations for secure and reliable communications across enterprise environments.
- Evaluate network protocols, routing methodologies, and interoperability requirements to ensure effective system integration.
- Assess existing network infrastructures and recommend improvements to enhance resiliency and operational effectiveness.
- Support the development and implementation of network security architectures, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Perform infrastructure and interoperability assessments to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and mission stakeholders to develop and implement technical solutions.
- Develop and maintain network architecture documentation, diagrams, technical assessments, and engineering recommendations.
- Provide guidance regarding cybersecurity best practices, defense-in-depth strategies, and secure network design.
- Support incident response, vulnerability mitigation, and network security improvement efforts as required.
- Prepare technical briefings, reports, and recommendations for government leadership and stakeholder organizations.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that support mission needs and long-term technical objectives.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package designed to attract and retain senior technical talent supporting mission-critical programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
