Network Architect

i270 Solutions Group LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

i270 Solutions Group LLC. is seeking a Senior Network Architect to lead enterprise architecture across a multi-cloud IT environment in support of a government program.

You will define standards, drive cloud strategy, and provide technical leadership to engineering teams, shaping the program's future while aligning with customer goals. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Poly, 11+ years of relevant experience, and deep expertise across cloud platforms and automation tools.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with FS polygraph
• 11+ years in network architecture and systems engineering
• Experience across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud)

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise architecture standards and roadmaps
• Translate mission requirements into scalable architectures
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders across programs
• Support SELC for large-scale IT programs

Skills

Cloud architecture

Automation scripting

Modern languages

Config management

Containerization

Architectural standards

Roadmapping

SELC experience

Tech evaluation

Collaboration

Independent execution

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT/SE

Tools

Puppet

Salt

Terraform

Chef

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Network Architect | Cloud, Automation & Enterprise Systems Design | Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Required

Are you a visionary Network Architect with the technical depth to design enterprise-scale solutions and the strategic mindset to shape the future of a mission-critical government program? We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking professional ready to define architecture standards, drive cloud strategy, and serve as a trusted technical leader on one of the most complex and high-profile programs in the government sector.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Senior Network Architect, you will serve as a key technical authority responsible for designing, documenting, and advancing the enterprise architecture of a large-scale, multi-cloud IT environment in direct support of a key government customer. You will translate complex, multifaceted mission requirements into scalable, secure, and future-ready architectural solutions — providing strategic direction, developing roadmaps, and establishing standards that guide engineering teams across the program. From evaluating emerging technologies and developing high-level system specifications to collaborating with engineers on design solutions and supporting the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC), your work will shape the technological foundation of a program that demands the very best.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) required
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: 11+ years of relevant network architecture and systems engineering experience

Required Technical Skills:

• Cloud Architecture: Deep, hands-on expertise across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud), with the ability to design sophisticated multi-cloud solutions that address the complex needs of large-scale enterprise IT environments
• Automation & Development: Significant experience with Python, Java, and automation frameworks, with the ability to develop and implement solutions that streamline operations and reduce manual overhead
• Modern Software Languages: Proficiency in modern programming and scripting languages including Python, Bash, JavaScript, and others relevant to enterprise systems design
• Configuration Management: Working knowledge of configuration management and infrastructure provisioning tools such as Puppet, Salt, Terraform, and Chef
• Containerization: Solid understanding of container technologies including Docker and Kubernetes in enterprise or cloud-native environments
• Architecture Design & Standards: Proven ability to create and maintain architecture design standards, develop high-level system specifications, and establish models that guide engineering execution across complex programs
• Strategic Direction & Roadmapping: Demonstrated ability to provide strategic technology direction, develop multi-year roadmaps, and align architectural decisions with the customer's long-term vision and goals
• SELC Support: Experience providing Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) support across large-scale IT programs
• Technology Evaluation: Ability to assess current and emerging technologies, identify their impact on existing solutions, and recommend adoption strategies that advance program objectives
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong ability to work alongside engineers, program managers, and customer stakeholders to refine design solutions and drive consensus
• Independent Execution: Highly self-motivated with a track record of driving complex initiatives to completion with minimal oversight

NICE TO HAVE

Preferred Qualifications:

• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Experience applying MBSE methodologies to capture, analyze, and communicate complex system architectures
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Hands-on experience designing and managing infrastructure through code-driven approaches in cloud and hybrid environments
• SecDevOps: Familiarity with Security Development Operations (SecDevOps) principles within iterative, agile development programs
• Agile Development: Working knowledge of Agile principles and experience contributing to sprint-based, iterative delivery environments
• Web Frameworks & Applications: Familiarity with web application frameworks such as Ruby on Rails, Django, or similar modern frameworks
• Automated Testing: Experience with automated testing tools and practices to support continuous integration and delivery pipelines

i270 Solutions Group LLC., is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.