Senior Network Systems Architect IV

San Diego, CA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability plans

401(k) match

Training and development

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Senior Network Systems Architect IV to develop the engineering architecture and technical documentation used to implement and sustain Navy shore network changes. The Senior Network Systems Architect IV translates design decisions into coordinated architecture, configuration, installation and test information.

This position also evaluates site and signal-flow effects through Base Electronic Systems Engineering Plans so upgrades can be reviewed and implemented with

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret level security clearance required.
• DoD 8570/8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications required.
• 10 years of professional experience in systems engineering.
• Experience producing network architecture and detailed design packages.
• Maintain a Secret clearance for onsite work at Government facilities.
• Tier 5 background investigation or equivalent required for privileged access.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review high-level architectures, detailed designs, configuration settings and installation procedures for network technical insertions.
• Align test plans, test reports, equipment lists and engineering changes with the proposed system design.
• Prepare Base Electronic Systems Engineering Plans describing upgrade scope, signal flow, site constraints and effects on user activities.
• Review installation drawings, design proposals and technical reports for consistency with performance requirements.
• Define installation success criteria and document lessons learned, operability concerns and schedule risks affecting fielded systems.
• Resolve discrepancies among architecture, installation and configuration documents with the responsible engineering specialists.

Skills

Secret clearance

8570/8140 OS Cybersecurity certs

IAT security certifications

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Senior Network Systems Architect IV to develop the engineering architecture and technical documentation used to implement and sustain Navy shore network changes. The Senior Network Systems Architect IV translates design decisions into coordinated architecture, configuration, installation and test information. This position also evaluates site and signal-flow effects through Base Electronic Systems Engineering Plans so upgrades can be reviewed and implemented with a clear operational understanding.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and review high-level architectures, detailed designs, configuration settings and installation procedures for network technical insertions.
• Align test plans, test reports, equipment lists and engineering changes with the proposed system design.
• Prepare Base Electronic Systems Engineering Plans describing upgrade scope, signal flow, site constraints and effects on user activities.
• Review installation drawings, design proposals and technical reports for consistency with performance requirements.
• Define installation success criteria and document lessons learned, operability concerns and schedule risks affecting fielded systems.
• Resolve discrepancies among architecture, installation and configuration documents with the responsible engineering specialists.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Desired/Required Skills:

• Active Department of Defense Secret level security clearance required.
• DoD Approved 8570 / 8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications required.
• Education: Master’s level degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Experience: 10 years of professional experience in systems engineering.
• Experience producing network architecture and detailed design packages, reviewing installation drawings, and evaluating shore installation and signal-flow impacts.
• Maintain a Secret security clearance for onsite work at Government facilities.
• A favorable Tier 5 (T5) background investigation or equivalent is required for privileged access to Government information systems.
• Maintain applicable vendor certifications for the role in addition to applicable Information Assurance Technical (IAT) security certifications and cyberspace workforce training and qualifications for covered network duties.

About the Company:

NexGen Data Systems is an emerging technologies focused company providing expert systems and network engineering solutions to the Department of Defense. NexGen Data Systems promotes a culture of knowledge and career advancement through continued learning, keeping our team current on the latest advances in systems and networking, and enabling our team to provide the best available solutions to our clients.

Benefits:

• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
• Company provides short and long term disability plans.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

NOTE: US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. In order to be qualified for this position, you must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. We are unable to sponsor Visas at this time. NexGen Data Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.