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# Principal Network Architect

- **Company:** World Wide Technology
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $195,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Network Architecture, Juniper, SC Clearance, Cisco
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5045d16ef089b2f5

## About the Role

* Secret clearance required
 * Typically requires 12+ years of relevant network engineering or architecture experience
 * Bachelor's degree in a related technology field
 * Possesses an industry-recognized advanced networking certification
 * OEM: Cisco, Juniper CTP, This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role.

## Description

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!, WWT is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Architect to join the USCG team that will be responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs. A successful candidate will be technically well-rounded, producing quality work with special attention to detail., * Serves as the principal network architect responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs.

 * Reviews and analyzes current network architecture, performance metrics, and infrastructure to identify bottlenecks and assess capacity for current and future business needs.
 * Designs and recommends scalable architectural improvements focused on performance, reliability, and security.
 * Ensures all network solutions align with long-term strategic and organizational objectives.
 * Conducts ongoing research into emerging technologies, including new hardware, software, and protocols.
 * Performs technical evaluations, cost-benefit analyses, and proof-of-concept testing to validate proposed innovations.
 * Provides expert technical leadership within the work group, leveraging deep knowledge in specialized technology domains.


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