Senior Defense Network Architect - Flexible Hours & Growth

Energy Jobline ZR; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

3 weeks paid time off

11 Federal Holidays

Flexible Hours

Benefits

Career Development/Mentorship

Company Sponsored Social Events

Job summary

Acuity Innovations LLC seeks a Network Architect to design and secure high‑assurance data networks for national defense programs. You will evaluate current infrastructures, develop architecture blueprints, and ensure interoperability across systems while meeting security and performance requirements.

The role requires 6+ years in network engineering, TS/SCI clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree, with certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, and hands‑on experience with IPv4/IPv6, VPNs, and secure device

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, including IPv4/IPv6, QoS, MPLS, or BGP.
• Knowledge of Visio and network diagraming.
• Knowledge of STIG security compliance, security hardening, and secure device access.
• Knowledge of network security principles including Crypto, COMSEC, ViPER, or VOIP.
• Ability to model worldwide encrypted communications and bandwidth in MBSE.
• Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Network+, Security+, CISSP, CCNA, or CCNP certification.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect networks to support defense missions and ensure interoperability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across environments.
• Analyze current infrastructures to increase security, reliability, and availability.

Skills

Network architecture

Network design

Security principles

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Visio

Job description

Acuity Innovations LLC seeks a Network Architect to design and secure high‑assurance data networks for national defense programs. You will evaluate current infrastructures, develop architecture blueprints, and ensure interoperability across systems while meeting security and performance requirements.

The role requires 6+ years in network engineering, TS/SCI clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree, with certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, and hands‑on experience with IPv4/IPv6, VPNs, and secure device