Network Architect, Senior – Secret Clearance

Job Title / Level

Network Architect, Senior – Secret Clearance

Clearance Required?

Secret

Location:

Patuxent River, MD 20670 US (Primary)

% Travel

10 – 20%

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Network Architect with demonstrated experience in designing and building computer networks such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communication networks.

As a Senior Network Architect, you will:

• Be a key contributor to the success of our employee-owned company
• Work with advanced, innovative technology
• Join a team of engaged, highly knowledgeable professionals
• Receive a robust benefits package, to include our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Serve as an IT lead for the team responsible for networks and systems. 

A week in the life of a Senior Network Architect:

• Manage, monitor, safeguard, and maintain the networking systems.
• Make required adjustments and minor repairs to ensure that systems operate smoothly.
• Contribute to the performance and success of warfighters for a program focused on Distance Learning (DL) technologies.
• Provide analysis, integration, testing, and maintenance of network/systems.
• Design and build networks, taking into consideration factors such as bandwidth, infrastructure, and security requirements.
• Use information on existing network traffic to estimate the growth of the network.
• Provide recommendations to make upgrades to the network.
• Play a crucial role in upgrading network equipment and software.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and other IT related technical problems with staff.
• Maintain a detailed record of the networks, including but not limited to network drawings, text descriptions, and equipment configurations.

Job Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance
• MS/MA degree and 10 years experience OR BS/BA degree and 14 years experience 
• At least 2 years of the experience must be in engineering networks supporting the DoD.
• At least 5 years of the experience must include practical experience in secure network and system design, analysis, and procedure/test generation.
• BA or BS degree in a technical or IT discipline.
• Ability to travel approx. 4-6 times a year.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite software to create spreadsheets, prepare presentations, reports, and documents.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

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