Senior DoD Network Architect & Zero-Trust Leader

Phase2 Technology; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking a Network Architect to design and implement enterprise‑level DoD networks with strong security and reliability. You will lead architecture discussions, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive deployment of secure, scalable networking solutions.

The role emphasizes network design, SDN/SD-WAN, and multi-vendor environments, with a requirement for a Secret clearance and DoD experience. On-site Columbus, Ohio area preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures in DoD hybrid environments.
• 2+ years implementing network segmentation, SDN/SD-WAN or virtualization.
• 2+ years documenting complex network/security architectures and Zero Trust implementations.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise-wide network architectures and ensure interoperability across DoD environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues to improve security, reliability, and availability.
• Guide teams on routing, switching, and security configurations and best practices.

Skills

Network design

Zero Trust

BGP/OSPF routing

Leadership collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering

Tools

Cisco devices

Palo Alto firewalls

Juniper devices

Versa networks

Job description

Booz Allen is seeking a Network Architect to design and implement enterprise‑level DoD networks with strong security and reliability. You will lead architecture discussions, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive deployment of secure, scalable networking solutions.

The role emphasizes network design, SDN/SD-WAN, and multi-vendor environments, with a requirement for a Secret clearance and DoD experience. On-site Columbus, Ohio area preferred.