Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect

Apex Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with company match

ESPP and stock purchase program

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect in San Diego for an onsite role with ~25% travel within CONUS. Candidates must be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining TS/SCI clearance and have an active Security+ certification.

You will design and implement a mission-critical datacenter network using SDN and spine-leaf architectures to support national defense objectives. You will lead a team of engineers, coordinate across vendors, and ensure high availability and security across

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen able to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• 7+ years as network lead/architect for large DoD networks.
• Experience with SDN and multi-site datacenters.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of a critical DoD datacenter network.
• Guide team on SDN, transport, and security to meet mission needs.

Skills

Network leadership

Software defined networks

Datacenter design

L2-L4 networking

Spine-Leaf

Travel 25%

Security+ certification

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

CCIE Certification

Job description

Job Description

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect

Job#: 3052737

Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect

Location

San Diego, California (Onsite) + ~25% Travel Within CONUS

Clearance

Must have an active TS/SCI (SCI Eligible Okay)

Certification

Must have an active Security+

The Opportunity

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable our clients to achieve their missions. Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. We need a seasoned C2 Datacenter Network Architect who knows how to develop the exact network the Intelligence Community needs. As the lead network architect for our team, you will use your experience in datacenter network architecture and design to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversarial threats. You will be responsible for the design and implementation of a critical network datacenter for a high-priority mission partner. You will apply your expertise in software defined networks, transport, and security as you guide our team of problem-solvers to develop tomorrow's next-generation network.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a network engineering lead or architect for large Enterprise DoD Networks
• Experience with software defined networks
• Experience designing highly available datacenter networks with 20+ distributed spoke sites
• Knowledge of L2-L4 networking across protocols in multi-vendor environments
• Knowledge of modern network architecture and best practices, including Spine-Leaf
• HS diploma or GED
• Must be able and willing to travel ~25% of the time within the continental USA
• Active Security+ certification

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience supporting enterprise intelligence networks such as JWICS, JADC2, NC3, or C3BMC
• Experience planning and provisioning DISN Network Transport
• Experience implementing Next Generation Firewalls and SD-WAN
• Experience developing hybrid cloud networks
• Experience with cross-domain and multi-layer enclave solutions
• Cisco CCIE Certification

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Legal Notice

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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