Computer Network Architect

GovCIO LLC seeks a Senior Computer Network Architect to design and modernize secure, high-availability network infrastructures for federal agencies. You’ll lead architecture for LAN/WAN, cloud, and hybrid environments; implement zero-trust and advanced security controls; and optimize performance for mission-critical systems. Partner with cybersecurity, cloud, and software teams to deliver scalable, compliant solutions. Mentor engineers, produce architecture artifacts, and support modernization roadmaps in a collaborative, mission-driven, and fast-paced federal IT environment., * Design and document secure, scalable network architectures for federal agency environments

• Lead implementation and optimization of LAN/WAN, cloud, and hybrid network solutions
• Implement and maintain zero-trust, segmentation, and advanced security controls
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and application teams on integrated solutions
• Monitor and tune network performance, availability, and resiliency for mission systems
• Ensure compliance with federal security and networking standards and policies
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex network issues
• Mentor and guide junior network engineers and administrators
• Produce architecture diagrams, standards, and technical documentation
• Support roadmap planning and modernization initiatives for government clients

• Network architecture design
• Routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Firewall and VPN configuration
• Zero Trust and network security
• Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• SDN and automation (e.g., Ansible, Python)
• Load balancing and high availability
• Network performance monitoring and tuning
• LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi design
• Documentation and network diagramming