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# Network Architect

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Aberdeen, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, CompTIA Security+, Data Centers, Linux, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, ARUBA, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Cisco
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9051436/network-architect

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field with 10+ years of Network Engineering/Network Security in Cisco, Aruba, and Juniper platforms
Strong understanding of routing, switching, and network architecture
Administer and support firewall security across multiple platforms
Design and manage virtual Windows and RHEL systems
Clearance: Active Secret or Top Secret
Certifications: CompTIA Security + and CCIE

## Description

Insight Global is looking to hire a Senior Network Engineer/Architect to support Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) and Communications Security requirements in Aberdeen, MD. The tasks in this role include, but are not limited to:
Design secure network architectures that meet intelligence CSfC requirements
Configure multiple layers of encryption between users, sites, and data centers
Implement secure VPN solutions and trusted network boundaries
Deploy and secure firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless infrastructure
Harden Windows and Linux systems to meet classified security standards
Document architectures and security controls for certification and accreditation
Support classified environments used across the defense and intelligence communities and defense contractors.


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