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# Network Architect (CISCO)

- **Company:** Ascension
- **Location:** Augusta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Firmware, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Wide Area Networks, Cisco
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9245266/network-architect-cisco

## About the Role

10+ years in network architecture; bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. Extensive complex-network design and implementation experience and deep network-security knowledge.

Desired: Cisco certifications, CCNA or higher.

## Description

Design LAN/WAN architectures, assess capacity, and plan resilient connectivity.

Configure and troubleshoot Cisco networks, including Nexus switches and data-center interconnections.

Support communications links, routing, and authorized cryptographic/COMSEC integration.

Apply security hardening, maintain device firmware, and resolve vulnerabilities through approved processes.

Maintain diagrams and configuration records; coordinate changes with engineers and mission partners.