Senior Network Architect Lead — Cloud & Secure Connectivity

GD Information Technology, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Educational Assistance

Internal mobility

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. in Falls Church, VA seeks a seasoned Computer Network Architect Lead to design, implement, and oversee enterprise network architectures across cloud and on‑prem environments.

You will lead a team, ensure secure, high‑performing connectivity, and collaborate with stakeholders to align with DoD/SAP requirements. Ideal candidates have Top Secret/SCI eligibility, 15+ years in network engineering with 5+ years in leadership, and relevant certifications

Qualifications

• 15+ years of network engineering experience with 5+ years in an architecture or lead role.
• US Citizenship required.
• Top Secret with SCI eligibility required.
• Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or CISSP.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage enterprise network architectures across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Lead network engineering efforts for secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity.
• Architect and optimize WAN, LAN, VPN, cloud, and interconnection solutions.
• Develop network standards, roadmaps, and technical designs aligned with mission requirements.
• Support workload onboarding and integration with cloud and customer networks.

Skills

Enterprise Network

Network Architecture

Network Infrastructures

Education

BS degree

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. in Falls Church, VA seeks a seasoned Computer Network Architect Lead to design, implement, and oversee enterprise network architectures across cloud and on‑prem environments.

You will lead a team, ensure secure, high‑performing connectivity, and collaborate with stakeholders to align with DoD/SAP requirements. Ideal candidates have Top Secret/SCI eligibility, 15+ years in network engineering with 5+ years in leadership, and relevant certifications