Network Architect — Secure, Mission-Critical Design (Remote)

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

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Architect to design and secure mission-critical networks for national defense clients. You will analyze infrastructures, implement OSI-layered strategies, and ensure interoperability across global data paths.

This role focuses on cryptography, encryption gear, and resilient network design to support sensitive operations. Required: 6+ years as a network or data center engineer, 3+ years in network architecture, IPv4/IPv6, QoS, MPLS or BGP, and Top

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as a network or data center systems engineer.
• 3+ years of experience in network architecture.
• Experience in network design, protocols, and infrastructure, and with IPv4, IPv6, QoS, MPLS, or BGP.
• Knowledge of network topology diagrams and MS Visio.
• Top Secret clearance and Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect network solutions for national defense clients.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues to improve security and reliability.
• Translate client requirements into scalable, interoperable network architectures.

Skills

Network design

Network architecture

Security principles

Crypto knowledge

Key management

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Visio

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Architect to design and secure mission-critical networks for national defense clients. You will analyze infrastructures, implement OSI-layered strategies, and ensure interoperability across global data paths.

This role focuses on cryptography, encryption gear, and resilient network design to support sensitive operations. Required: 6+ years as a network or data center engineer, 3+ years in network architecture, IPv4/IPv6, QoS, MPLS or BGP, and Top