Network Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Paid leave

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Architect to design and secure DoD-ready networks, aligning with enterprise goals and evolving missions. You will shape architecture, verify interoperability, and guide implementation across secure environments.

You will partner with leadership, translate complex requirements into actionable designs, document policies, and ensure reliable, scalable, and resilient network services to support critical defense systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, deploying, and supporting DoD network architectures.
• 2+ years configuring network segmentation and SDN/SD-WAN.
• 2+ years documenting complex network architectures and Zero Trust implementations.
• Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate enterprise-wide network infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and improve security.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure DoD network compliance and interoperability.

Skills

Network architecture

Zero Trust

SDN / SD-WAN

ZTNA documentation

Routing protocols (BGP/IS-IS/OSPF)

Leadership collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in CS or Engineering

CCNP or JNCP Certification

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Versa

Job description

Network Architect

A well‐designed network is critical to move data and enable the Department of Defense (DoD) to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need a seasoned Network Engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network the DoD needs.

As a Network Engineer on our team, you’ll use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, multi‑protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You’ll develop enterprise‑wide infrastructure design, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for critical network systems.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, including implementing Zero Trust principles
• 2+ years of experience implementing and configuring network segmentation or micro segmentation solutions, including Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) technologies, SD‑WAN, container networking, or virtualization platforms
• 2+ years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) implementations and detailed documentation of BGP policy behavior, NGFW IDS/IPS configurations, or NAT and SNAT translation flows
• 2+ years of experience with security, routing, and switching protocols, including BGP, IS‑IS, OSPF, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, VPLS, STP, or L3VPNs
• Ability to effectively engage and collaborate with senior leadership
• HS diploma or GED
• Secret clearance

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting and operating DoD networks
• Experience developing enterprise‑level architectures
• Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, or Versa
• Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening
• Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks
• Bachelor’s degree in CS or Engineering
• CCNP or JNCP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.