Systems Architecture Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Systems Architecture Engineer to provide on‑site architectural support to the U.S. Indo‑Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM). You will play a crucial role in the daily design, development, and evaluation of Network Theater Architectures. The position requires significant experience in systems integration and supporting DoW operations.

Applicants should have strong knowledge of SDN solutions, multi-vendor networks, and hold a TS/SCI clearance. The projected annual compensation range is between $77,600 and $176,000, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting the Department of War including military operations.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience with cloud networking design for hybrid and cloud native deployments.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of architectural artifacts including diagrams, models, and specifications.
• Assist in evaluating the feasibility and performance of architectural options.
• Provide on-site support and troubleshooting during experimentation events.

Skills

Network design layouts

Multi-vendor firewalls

SDN and SD-WAN knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Network diagram tools

Job description

Systems Architecture Engineer

Provide on‑site architectural support to the U.S. Indo‑Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and facilitate daily design, development, and evaluation of Network Theater Architectures.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of architectural artifacts, including diagrams, models, and specifications.
• Assist in the evaluation of the feasibility and performance of different architectural options.
• Provide technical support to the team on architectural matters.
• Ensure that the architectures are aligned with Department of War (DoW) and USINDOPACOM standards.
• Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to develop integrated solutions.
• Provide on‑site support and troubleshooting during experimentation events.
• Conceptualize operational needs and solutions at a high level and then develop technical requirements and recommend solutions to drive improvement to existing designs.
• Oversee the strategic interface for system‑of‑systems configuration, network configuration, and strategically plan new network operations using knowledge of system characteristics and interface specifications.
• Research, design, test, and evaluate new technologies and solutions.
• Maintain an organization‑wide view of current and future operations and architecture to recommend solutions that fit the overall architectural vision and strategy.
• Design and implement computer and information networks, such as LAN, WAN, intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks including SDN.
• Participate in or lead design and engineering projects for ETA experimentation involving advanced engineering and networking principles.
• Perform network planning, modeling, and analysis.
• Design network and computer security measures, and research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
• Provide assessments of the technical characteristics of proposals and alternatives to optimize network performance and data throughput for operational users.
• Conduct advanced assignments such as network design optimization, technical experiments, equipment configuration specifications, technology assessment, technology insertion planning, capacity planning, and configuration management.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting the DoW, including military operations.
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration or network infrastructure for a complex DoW network.
• Experience developing network design layouts and presentations using network diagram tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with multi‑vendor firewalls, switches, routers, and cloud networking design for both hybrid and cloud native deployments.
• Knowledge of SDN, SD‑WAN, routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, application load balancing, and network visibility.
• Knowledge of the USINDOPACOM AOR.
• Knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol suite, IP subnets, masking, routing protocols, network bandwidth, routing through network devices, public network extensions, and network practices and protocols such as communications, management, and security protocols.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience supporting the DoW/DoD.
• 8+ years of experience designing, deploying, troubleshooting, and securing network infrastructure and data for large and complex networks in DoW environments.
• 5+ years of experience in military operations.
• 5+ years of experience working in the USINDOPACOM AOR.
• 5+ years of experience with DoW weapons systems or joint fires.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Certification.
• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline IAT Level II Certification.

Clearance

Applicants must hold a TS/SCI clearance.

Compensation

Projected compensation range: $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Benefits

Benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement coverage, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week are eligible to participate in the benefit programs.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.