Senior Network Architect & DoD Security Lead

Saalex; Tidewater (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Network Administrator V to support Navy networks across Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. The role administers, secures, and maintains enterprise network infrastructure in global Live Virtual Constructive environments, ensuring availability and DoD compliance.

Responsibilities include designing and operating large LAN/WAN deployments, implementing advanced security controls, and guiding network modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in network administration or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Networking, or related field.
• Experience with enterprise network technologies and DoD directives.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert leadership for enterprise network architecture, design, and operations.
• Oversee large-scale LAN/WAN environments and secure enclaves.
• Lead implementation of network security controls in alignment with RMF and DoD directives.
• Direct troubleshooting of complex network issues across distributed environments.
• Drive modernization, scalability, and optimization of networks.
• Mentor senior staff and advise leadership on network strategy.

Skills

12+ years of network administration

Network architecture & operations

Strong troubleshooting & analytical

Leadership / mentoring

TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Networking

Tools

Routing & Switching

Firewalls

RMF/STIG knowledge

Job description

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Network Administrator V to support Navy networks across Tidewater, VA and San Diego, CA. The role administers, secures, and maintains enterprise network infrastructure in global Live Virtual Constructive environments, ensuring availability and DoD compliance.

Responsibilities include designing and operating large LAN/WAN deployments, implementing advanced security controls, and guiding network modernization initiatives.