Senior Network Architect: F5 & Infoblox for DoD

Sarela Technology Solutions; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

SarelaTech is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, implement, and optimize enterprise delivery and DDI infrastructure. You will lead F5 BIG-IP and Infoblox deployments, ensuring highly available, secure, and scalable network solutions across a hybrid multi-cloud environment to support mission-critical DoW networks.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a CS/IT degree, 12+ years of network experience, and certifications like Security+ and CCNA/CCNP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 12+ years' experience in network engineering and architecture.
• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance at time of hire.
• Active IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Cisco CCNA and CCNP/CCIE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network architectures for mission-critical applications.
• Lead F5 BIG-IP/LTM and GTM deployments for local/global load balancing.
• Administer Infoblox DDI for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM.
• Collaborate with security, development, and systems teams to ensure resilient networks.
• Document architectures and compliance with DoW STIGs and ILx protocols.
• Provide troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimization insights.

Skills

F5 BIG-IP expertise

Infoblox DDI

Network architecture

Cloud and hybrid networks

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

F5 BIG-IP (LTM/GTM)

Infoblox DDI

TLS offloading

Job description

SarelaTech is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design, implement, and optimize enterprise delivery and DDI infrastructure. You will lead F5 BIG-IP and Infoblox deployments, ensuring highly available, secure, and scalable network solutions across a hybrid multi-cloud environment to support mission-critical DoW networks.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a CS/IT degree, 12+ years of network experience, and certifications like Security+ and CCNA/CCNP.