Senior Computer Network Architect (TS/SCI clearance)

Senior Computer Network Architect
Tampa, FL
Top Secret/SCI clearance is required

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
A Senior-level level person within a labor category has ten (10) or more years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description
Six (6) or more years of specific functional requirement pertaining specifically to the labor category and a component of the DoD relating to the PWS task areas being supported
A Senior-level person typically works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independent
A Senior-level person may oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job
Possess the ability for oral and written communication with the highest levels of management, and the ability to professionally prepare and present analytical documents for senior military and defense officials
Must have requisite engineering degree as applicable to engineering or program management certification as applicable to program management; cost / schedule / performance background and ability to develop materials and brief senior leaders on complex issues

Technical Certifications:
Required (Minimum): Cisco CCNA or equivalent industry-recognized networking certification
Required: Security+ CE or equivalent security certification
Preferred: Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP, or other relevant professional-level certifications
Preferred: Relevant security certifications such as CISSP
Preferred: ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4)

Technical Skills:
Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching protocols and technologies (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, QoS)
Excellent skills in network analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
Strong understanding of network security principles and technologies (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection)
Strong understanding of network design principles and best practices
Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools
Working knowledge of scripting/automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) is a plus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks
Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures
May also design network and computer security measures
Expertly manages and maintains the availability, performance, and reliability of voice, video, and data communication networks through comprehensive troubleshooting, configuration, upgrades, planning, design, evaluation, and selection, ensuring strict adherence to defined Service Level Agreements
Proactively monitors network service performance against defined metrics, identifying and resolving potential issues to maintain stability and optimal performance
Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to meet a wide range of network needs
Implements and manages security controls for network services, adhering to organizational policies and industry best practices to ensure overall compliance with relevant IT and regulatory policies
Designs and implements network layouts, including the configuration of routers and switches in complex enterprise environments
Analyzes network topologies, traffic patterns, and capacity demands to ensure efficient resource utilization and plan for future needs
Executes service requests related to network infrastructure changes and deployments
Participates in service continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing to ensure network resilience and maintain system backup and recovery capabilities.
Provides clear and concise reporting on network service availability, capacity, and performance to stakeholders.
Develops and maintains comprehensive network documentation, including topology diagrams and operational procedures.
Supports procurement processes for network hardware, software, and subcontractor services.
Leads technical teams or tasks, driving projects to successful completion and providing guidance to less experienced personnel.
Provides technical support and problem resolution for network users as needed.
Performs essential network administration functions to maintain system integrity and operational efficiency.
Collaborates on and contributes technical expertise to special projects aimed at enhancing network capabilities
Evaluates new and emerging communication technologies to identify opportunities for network enhancement and improvement
Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices in network engineering, particularly with Cisco and/or Juniper platforms
May be required to obtain professional certifications relevant to the role
May be required to undertake short-term deployments to various locations as needed.

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Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)