IP Archtecure SME with Security Clearance

Rubicon LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon LLC in the United States seeks an IP Architecture Subject Matter Expert IV to lead the design, engineering, and optimization of complex enterprise networks and information systems in high-risk environments. The role provides expert-level technical leadership, architecture design, and program oversight.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a technical discipline, 8+ years experience, IP networking expertise (IPv4/IPv6, OSPF, BGP), Cisco IOS/Juniper Junos, and current TS/SCI clearance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; additional 4 years may be substituted.
• Minimum eight years of directly related experience.
• Deep expertise in IP networking and routing protocols.
• Experience with enterprise network architectures and security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical SME and advisor to executive leadership on complex network, systems, and telecommunications architectures
• Lead design, development, and implementation of enterprise LAN/WAN, cloud, and integrated system architectures
• Provide technical direction across full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, testing, and performance optimization
• Conduct trade studies and end-to-end system analyses to optimize lifecycle performance and scalability
• Identify and resolve complex hardware/software and network interface issues
• Establish and enforce architecture standards, governance, and best practices
• Coordinate with government and contract leadership to define requirements and deliver mission-aligned solutions
• Lead and supervise technical teams, including subordinate managers, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Develop and maintain architecture documentation, specifications, and implementation plans

Skills

IPv4/IPv6 routing

Subnetting

OSPF

BGP

Network design

Cloud networking

SDN

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Cisco IOS

Juniper Junos

Palo Alto

Fortinet

AWS

Azure

Job description

Job Description
Title: IP Architecture Subject Matter Expert IV Location: Colorado Springs, CO or Washington, D.C Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph Position Overview: The IP Architecture SME serves as a senior technical authority responsible for leading the design, engineering, and optimization of complex enterprise network and information systems. This role provides expert-level technical leadership, architecture design, and program oversight for high-risk, mission-critical environments. Responsibilities:

• Serve as technical SME and advisor to executive leadership on complex network, systems, and telecommunications architectures
• Lead design, development, and implementation of enterprise LAN/WAN, cloud, and integrated system architectures
• Provide technical direction across full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, testing, and performance optimization
• Conduct trade studies and end-to-end system analyses to optimize lifecycle performance and scalability
• Identify and resolve complex hardware/software and network interface issues
• Establish and enforce architecture standards, governance, and best practices
• Coordinate with government and contract leadership to define requirements and deliver mission-aligned solutions
• Lead and supervise technical teams, including subordinate managers, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Develop and maintain architecture documentation, specifications, and implementation plans
• Support high-risk programs as primary technical authority and consultant Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Minimum eight (8) years of directly related experience
• Deep expertise in IP networking (IPv4/IPv6, subnetting, routing, switching) and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
• Extensive experience designing enterprise network architectures, including scalability, high availability, and redundancy
• Proficiency with networking platforms and technologies (e.g., Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos) and security solutions (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet)
• Strong knowledge of network security architecture, segmentation, and access control policies
• Experience with network performance optimization, troubleshooting, and capacity planning
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking, virtual networking, and software-defined networking (SDN), including AWS and Azure environments
• Demonstrated leadership in architecture governance, technical oversight, and cross-functional team coordination
• Strong communication skills with ability to provide technical guidance and stakeholder engagement
• Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and CCNP (or equivalent) certifications
• Experience working in a DoD or IC environment
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph