DoD Network Architect — Zero Trust & SDN Expert

Booz Allen Hamilton; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Network Architect to design and deploy enterprise network and security architectures for DoD missions. You will apply expertise in routing, switching, IP engineering, and network virtualization to support mission-critical systems.

The role requires 5+ years in DoD hybrid environments, experience with SDN, ZTNA, and compliance with DoD standards. A Secret clearance is required, HS diploma or GED, and relevant certifications like CCNA/CCNP are

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years designing and supporting network and security architectures in DoD hybrid environments.
• Experience documenting complex network and security architectures and Zero Trust implementations.
• Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance in a ZTNA context.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support DoD hybrid network and security architectures.
• Document architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows.
• Guide teams in applying Zero Trust and ZTNA concepts across networks.

Skills

DoD network design

Zero Trust

SDN technologies

Container networking

Virtualization platforms

ZTNA implementations

Network documentation

Security architectures

Troubleshooting workflows

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Juniper

Dell

HPE

VMware

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Network Architect to design and deploy enterprise network and security architectures for DoD missions. You will apply expertise in routing, switching, IP engineering, and network virtualization to support mission-critical systems.

The role requires 5+ years in DoD hybrid environments, experience with SDN, ZTNA, and compliance with DoD standards. A Secret clearance is required, HS diploma or GED, and relevant certifications like CCNA/CCNP are