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Booz Allen Hamilton

Network Architect, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton, Fort George Meade, Maryland, United States

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Position Network Architect, Senior

– Booz Allen Hamilton

Job Number R0230628

Overview A well‑designed network is critical to moving data and enabling the Department of Defense (DoD) to achieve its missions. Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skills and careful planning. We need a seasoned Network Engineer who can develop the exact network the DoD needs.

Responsibilities

Use experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, MPLS, gateway protocol, and VRF to support defense missions.

Develop enterprise‑wide infrastructure design, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, and analyze current working infrastructures.

Increase security, reliability, and availability for mission‑critical network systems.

Apply expertise in routing and switching, IP engineering, and virtual routing and forwarding to guide the team of problem‑solvers.

Optimize client operations and modernization using software and hardware firewalls, Cisco hardware, Palo Alto firewalls, Juniper hardware, and optical infrastructure networking.

Act as a trusted advisor on mission‑critical projects and impact national security missions.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, including implementing Zero Trust principles.

5+ years of experience implementing and configuring network segmentation and microsegmentation solutions, including SDN technologies, container networking, and virtualization platforms.

5+ years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures and procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including ZTNA implementations.

Experience designing and architecting enterprise network and cybersecurity solutions within DoD hybrid environments.

Experience supporting defense programs, standards, or mission requirements directly or indirectly, including Zero Trust initiatives.

Experience working with secret‑classified networks within a ZTNA model.

Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance requirements in a ZTNA context.

Knowledge of IAM principles and technologies for implementing ZTNA, including MFA, PAM, and ABAC.

Secret clearance.

HS diploma or GED.

Nice to Have

Experience supporting and operating DoD networks.

Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware.

Experience administering Linux and Unix systems in enterprise or tactical environments.

Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening.

Experience administering Windows systems and services.

Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks.

Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field.

CCNA, CCNP, VMware, JNCIA, or JNCP Certification.

Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). Salary is determined by location, education, skills, and experience. Benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. Booz Allen reserves the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model

If the position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.

If the position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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