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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Microsoft Azure, VoIP, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Centers, Domain Name System (DNS), Oracle Exadata, Internet Hosting Service, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Routing, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Virtual Hosting, Wide Area Networks, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, DODAF - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b5e1166f4039e84f ## About the Role Do you have a valid CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification?, Do you have experience in VoIP?, Do you have a Master's degree in cybersecurity?, * Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. * Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance. * Candidate must meet ONE of the following: + Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field; OR + Relevant DoD/military training (example: Research & Development Specialist (Advanced) Playlist); OR + Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (examples: SecurityX/CASP+; RCCE Level 1; CEH; GCLD). * Required experience and skills: + Network architecture, engineering, or systems integration experience with at least 7 years in senior enterprise network architecture roles. + Deep expertise in routing/switching, WAN design, SD-WAN, ICAN integrations, datacenter/virtualization architectures, VoIP topologies, DNS/proxy, and identity integration. + Proven experience architecting secure cloud on-ramps and hybrid hosting (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS) and designing enterprise resiliency/COOP solutions. + Strong knowledge of DISA STIGs, IAVM processes, RMF/ATO interactions, CCRI readiness criteria, and DoD/Army networking standards. + Demonstrated ability to produce DoDAF artifacts, technical roadmaps, ROMs/COAs, and decision-grade briefings for senior leadership. * Desired: + Prior DoD/ARNG/NETCOM experience supporting enterprise network modernization. + Experience with automation/orchestration, network provisioning APIs, Exadata/engineered systems integration, and cost/licensing optimization. + Preferred certifications: SecurityX/CASP+, RCCE Level 1, CEH, or GCLD. #ENOCS ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Network Architect to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard., * Serve as principal authority for enterprise network architecture across classified and unclassified environments; 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