Senior Network Architect

Nightwing; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Senior Network Architect to lead end‑to‑end network strategy in high‑security environments. You will design scalable, hybrid on‑prem and cloud networks aligned with modernization and security standards, while providing technical oversight through planning and implementation.

Ideal candidates have TS/SCI with Poly, 10+ years in network design (WAN/LAN, BGP/OSPF), and experience with Cisco/Juniper/Palo Alto gear and SDN concepts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of network design experience.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end network architecture strategy across multi-domain environments.
• Design scalable on‑prem and cloud-integrated networks.
• Align infrastructure with modernization and security mandates.
• Provide technical oversight through planning and implementation.
• Shape future-state network evolution including hybrid/virtual transitions.
• Support business development and proposal efforts.

Skills

TS/SCI Poly

WAN/LAN design

BGP/OSPF

SDN familiarity

Secure agency experience

Hybrid cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Networking hardware (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto)

Job description

Sterling, VA

Herndon, VA

Full time

JR100949

Nightwing provides technologically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

We're looking for a mission-driven Senior Network Architect who thrives in high-security environments and brings deep experience designing complex, large-scale network topologies. This role will support enterprise modernization efforts, including hybrid cloud integrations, secure transport layer design, and evolving infrastructure in line with agency-driven standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end network architecture strategy across multi-domain environments
• Design resilient, scalable network solutions integrating on-prem and cloud-native platforms
• Align network infrastructure with enterprise modernization and security mandates
• Provide technical oversight through planning and implementation
• Shape future-state network evolution, including hybrid and virtual transitions
• Subject matter expert for business development / proposal efforts

Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science)
• 10+ years of experience in network design, including WAN, LAN, and hybrid cloud integrations
• Deep understanding of routing/switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and encrypted transport mechanisms
• Strong experience with enterprise-grade gear (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) and familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) solutions
• Prior exposure to secure agency environments, including comfort working with mission-specific tools and infrastructure
• Desired, but not required, experience with Nutanix solutions

Preferred Certs: CCIE, CCNP, AWS Advanced Networking, or equivalent

Please note, this position is contingent upon award.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.