Network Solution Architecture SME

Booz Allen Hamilton • Fort Bragg, NC

6d • $112,900 - $257,000

About The Position

As a Network Solution Architect supporting the Department of War, you will lead Zero Trust initiatives focused on software-defined networking (SDN) to strengthen military infrastructure and secure mission-critical operations. You will implement security measures, address vulnerabilities, and recommend strategies to protect classified data and national defense systems.

You will guide engineers in resolving complex network challenges, evaluating emerging technologies, and adopting solutions such as Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, and Forescout. Applying Zero Trust principles, you will help ensure devices, applications, and users are authenticated and authorized before accessing sensitive systems. The role also involves modernizing cyber defense, improving network resilience, and protecting critical assets.

Booz Allen describes a total compensation package that includes health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, dependent care, and recognition awards. The projected annualized salary range is $112,900 to $257,000 USD. Compensation depends on factors including location, education, skills, experience, contract affordability, and organizational requirements. The position requires TS/SCI clearance.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience designing and implementing data center fabric solutions using Cisco ACI technology.
• At least 2 years of experience conducting network discovery, including analyzing and documenting system requirements.
• Experience developing and executing test and implementation plans based on requirements.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical personnel, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Security+ certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading technical staff in the design, build, and integration of IT solutions.
• 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 and prevention systems, SIEM, firewalls, IP security, vulnerability assessment, and intrusion detection.
• Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto firewalls and F5 load balancers.
• Knowledge of designing and delivering Cisco SD-Access solutions.
• Knowledge of implementing Cisco TrustSec policies for dynamic, scalable access control across enterprise networks.
• Knowledge of configuring and managing Security Group Tags (SGTs) to classify users, devices, and workloads for policy enforcement.
• Knowledge of integrating SGTs with switches, routers, and firewalls to enable identity-based segmentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, publications, and speaking engagements in industry or vendor forums.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement Zero Trust and SDN-based architectures to enhance network security.
• Lead engineers in identifying tools and solutions to mitigate vulnerabilities and strengthen defenses.
• Implement and configure security tools such as Cisco ACI, Cisco ISE, and Forescout.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend strategies for integrating emerging technologies to improve network resilience.
• Mentor team members while solving challenges involving protection of military missions.
• Manage and improve infrastructure and cybersecurity controls, including detection capabilities and event correlation in large enterprises.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program

What This Job Offers

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