Network Architect SME

Cornerstone Defense LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Generous PTO Policy

401(k)

HSA and FSA options

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement and Training

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Cornerstone Defense LLC is seeking a Network Architect SME located in Herndon, VA. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing complex network architectures.

Candidates must have extensive experience with network automation, cloud networking, and a proven ability to mentor junior engineers. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical plans, generous PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 16 years of relevant experience in network architecture.
• Ability to brief designs to review boards.
• Proven ability to master complex technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage complex network architectures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Create technical documentation such as designs and implementation plans.

Skills

Network Architecture Design

Routing Technologies (EIGRP, BGP, ISIS)

Switching Protocols (STP, LACP, VTP)

Network Automation

Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure, Google)

Software-defined Networking (SD-WAN)

Technical Guidance and Mentorship

Technical Documentation Creation

MPLS Networks Deployment

Independent Learning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Job description

Title: Network Architect SME

Location: Herndon, VA

Company Overview

Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation’s toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don’t look any further than Cornerstone Defense.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Generous PTO Policy
• 401(k)
• HSA and FSA options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Training
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Referral Program
• Leads Generation Program
• CollegeAmerica 529
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Travel Assistance
• Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions
• Life Planning Financial & Legal Services

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are preferred with a minimum of Sixteen (16) year’s relevant experience with the following skillsets:

• In depth knowledge of network architecture, design, and implementation
• In depth knowledge of specific network technologies such as routing and switching
  • Familiar with routing protocols such as EIGRP, BGP, ISIS
  • Familiar with switching protocols such as STP, LACP, VTP
• In depth knowledge of network automation
• Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google)
• Software-defined networking (SD-WAN)
• Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Experience with creating technical documentation such as designs, implementation plans, and technical notes
• Ability to brief designs to review boards
• Knowledge in deploying MPLS networks
• Ability to learn, understand and implement new technologies
• Independent learner with a proven ability to master complex technical concepts through self-study and practice

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Adept in network engineering, with focus on design, implementation, and management of complex networks
• Experience with network architecture, design, and implementation in a large-scale environment
• Proven track record of successfully resolving complex network issues and improving network performance
• Willing to learn new technologies