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# Network Architect (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

- **Company:** Red Alpha
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $210,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco IOS, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), IPv6, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Junos, Network Security, Network Architecture, Routing, Network Service, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, HybridCloud, Juniper, Information Technology, 3-tier Architectures, Cisco, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=39ccbc72435ca900

## About the Role

* 14+ years of relevant Systems Engineering experience on programs of similar scope and complexity, or 10+ years with a Master's degree, or 7+ years with a Ph.D.
 * A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution. Five (5) additional years of relevant Systems Engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
 * Demonstrated experience designing and implementing network solutions utilizing TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and IPv6/SRv6 (Segment Routing v6).
 * Strong understanding of Ethernet technologies, including 10G and 100G, with experience designing network solutions leveraging these technologies.
 * Proven ability to design secure network architectures utilizing IPsec, MACsec, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
 * Proficiency working with Cisco IOS and Juniper JUNOS operating systems.
 * Experience collaborating with vendors to evaluate the technical feasibility of proposed solutions and resolve escalated network hardware, software, and configuration issues.
 * Demonstrated ability to develop technical business cases to support network development initiatives and proposed solutions.
 * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher.
 * Active TS/SCI with polygraph.

Bonus Skills:

 * Experience developing comprehensive test plans and performing testing to validate network architectures and solutions.
 * Demonstrated ability to provide Tier 3 technical support, troubleshooting, and ongoing network sustainment.
 * Possession of advanced industry certifications from Cisco and/or Juniper, such as CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent credentials.

## Description

As a Network Architect, you will play a key role in designing and developing next-generation Wide Area Network (WAN) architectures while leveraging emerging technologies and innovative solutions to support a global enterprise environment. You will work alongside a collaborative team providing comprehensive network services, including architecture, engineering, development, integration, deployment, configuration management, project management, and network security. Additionally, you will contribute to systems and cloud engineering initiatives focused on modernizing applications and transitioning legacy systems to hybrid cloud environments.