Remote DoD Network Architect: Secure, Scalable Networking

Booz Allen Hamilton; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Architect to design, deploy, and optimize DoD network infrastructure, ensuring security, scalability, and reliability.

The role requires hands-on expertise in network design, routing and switching, and Zero Trust, with a focus on multi-vendor environments and modernization initiatives. Eligible candidates must hold a Secret clearance and a relevant degree; DoD experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments.
• 2+ years implementing and configuring network segmentation or micro segmentation, including SDN/SD-WAN and virtualization.
• 2+ years documenting complex network and security architectures, including ZTNA implementations and BGP/NAT documentation.
• 2+ years of experience with routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, LDP, STP, L3VPNs).
• Secret clearance required.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise-wide network architectures for DoD programs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues and security gaps.
• Guide modernization efforts and optimize reliability, security, and availability of critical networks.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and project stakeholders to deliver solutions.

Skills

DoD network design

Zero Trust

SDN/SD-WAN

Routing & switching

Security architectures

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or Engineering

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Cisco hardware

Palo Alto firewalls

Juniper hardware

Versa

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Architect to design, deploy, and optimize DoD network infrastructure, ensuring security, scalability, and reliability.

The role requires hands-on expertise in network design, routing and switching, and Zero Trust, with a focus on multi-vendor environments and modernization initiatives. Eligible candidates must hold a Secret clearance and a relevant degree; DoD experience preferred.