Senior Computer Network Architect

Endictus•Columbia, MD

About The Position

ENDICTUS Corporation delivers advanced cyber, software engineering, and mission-focused technology solutions supporting the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. We design and deliver secure, high-performance capabilities that enable mission success across complex and highly secure operational environments. We are seeking a Senior Computer Network Architect to design, implement, and optimize enterprise and mission-focused network architectures supporting critical defense and intelligence operations. This role is ideal for an experienced network engineering professional with deep expertise in network design, modeling, and secure communications systems.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline and 12+ years of relevant experience
Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience (where applicable per staffing standards)
Strong experience designing and implementing complex network architectures in enterprise or mission environments
Experience with network modeling, analysis, and planning methodologies
Strong understanding of network communications protocols and infrastructure design
Ability to evaluate and recommend network and data communications hardware/software solutions
Demonstrated ability to design secure network architectures in classified or sensitive environments

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal mission environments
Experience designing secure networks in high-assurance or classified environments
Strong understanding of network security architecture and defensive cyber principles
Experience working with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and software developers
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Experience developing technical architecture documentation and engineering designs

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable computer network architectures, including LANs, WANs, intranets, and extranets
Conduct network modeling, simulation, analysis, and performance optimization
Develop and execute network planning strategies aligned with mission and operational requirements
Evaluate and recommend network hardware, software, and communication technologies
Design and implement network security measures to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems
Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and software development teams to integrate network solutions
Assess current network infrastructure and identify opportunities for improvement, modernization, and optimization
Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and system specifications
Ensure network solutions comply with security standards, policies, and mission requirements
Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues in operational environments

Benefits

Paid time off accrued at a rate of 6.33 hours per semi-monthly pay period (19 days/152 hours annually during the first two years)
12 paid holidays that can be used as floating holidays throughout the year (11 Federal holidays plus one birthday holiday)
Compensatory Time and Flex Time (when authorized)
100% employer-paid health insurance premium or a prorated annual stipend of up to $5,000 if you opt out of the health plan
100% employer-paid dental insurance
100% employer-paid vision insurance
100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
Life insurance (currently 2x annual salary, up to $300,000)
401(k) with employer match of up to 100% of the first 10% contributed
$500 business attire stipend (added to annual salary)
$500 fitness reimbursement
$1,500 technology reimbursement
$1,500 professional development and certification reimbursement
$5,000 adoption assistance
Employee referral bonuses: $1,000 after 30 days for each qualified referral who is hired, and $2,000 after six months for each referred employee retained beyond six months (unlimited referrals)
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Company-provided laptop and mobile phone (when telework is required), including all required software
Opportunity to earn up to half of the company's profit rate (approximately 2–3.5%) or a bonus for new business you bring in and oversee
Company-sponsored morale and team-building events