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# C2 Datacenter Network Architect - Lead in San Diego

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Transport Layer, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Wide Area Networks, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), SC Clearance, SDN Network, Cisco
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/c2-datacenter-network-architect-lead-san-diego-30704846

## About the Role

* 7+ years of experience as a Network Engineering Lead or Architect supporting large-scale DoD enterprise environments
 * Proven expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
 * Experience designing high-availability datacenter networks supporting 20+ distributed spoke sites
 * Strong understanding of Layer 2-Layer 4 networking protocols across multi-vendor environments
 * Knowledge of modern network architectures and best practices, including Spine-Leaf designs
 * Active Secret clearance
 * High school diploma or GED, * Experience supporting enterprise intelligence networks such as JWICS, JADC2, NC3, or C3BMC
 * Background in DISN Network Transport planning and provisioning
 * Hands-on experience implementing Next- Firewalls and SD-WAN solutions
 * Familiarity with hybrid cloud network architectures
 * Experience designing cross-domain and multi-layer enclave environments
 * TS/SCI clearance
 * Cisco CCIE certification

## Description

We're looking for an experienced C2 Datacenter Network Architect to design and lead the implementation of advanced network solutions that empower the Intelligence Community. In this role, you'll define, architect, and optimize datacenter network infrastructure for a high-priority defense mission.


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