Unified Communications (UC) Architect

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a UC Architect to lead design and deployment of large-scale global networks for a high-security environment. You will drive modernization, establish governance, and mentor staff while aligning with cybersecurity standards.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a technical degree, and 10+ years of experience in network modernization. Expect collaboration across continents and integration with cloud and ITSM workflows.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
• 10+ years of technical experience in network modernization and security.
• Strong knowledge of Zero Trust, SDN/SD-WAN and cloud networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and implementation of large-scale, global network operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define outputs, outcomes, and adoption framework.
• Provide steady-state support and prepare for modernization efforts.
• Develop architecture artifacts, metrics, and telemetry driven reporting.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

CISSP

CCIE Collaboration

Zero Trust Architecture

NIST frameworks

SDN/SD-WAN

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

DevOps / IaC

ITSM integration (ServiceNow)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Juniper

HPE

Avaya

Job description

The Unified Communications (UC) Architect will lead the technical design and implementation of large‑scale, global network operations and modernization contract supporting the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Technologies (DT). This role oversees 24x7 worldwide network operations, modernization activities, security integration, service management, and customer engagement across all geographic regions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Collaborate with DT and Program Director on defining outputs, outcomes, and adoption framework for project creation and implementation
• Leading team providing steady-state support for current environment UC operations, preparing for a modernization journey

• Define and evolve the enterprise architecture, strategy, and roadmap for network capabilities, aligning solutions with business, technology, and cybersecurity objectives as it aligns with UC infrastructure with the department
• Design secure, scalable, and automated and AI-augmented solutions for provisioning, monitoring, and operational support
• Establish governance frameworks, lifecycle controls, and operational standards for hardware, process, and procedure.
• Develop architecture artifacts, implementation guidance, metrics, and telemetry driven reporting that promote consistency, automation, resiliency, and operational excellence.
• Serve a trusted advisor, technical leader, and mentor across the program, collaborating with other senior technical leaders and mid- to junior-career staff

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical discipline

• Minimum of 10 years’ technical experience
• Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• CCIE Collaboration
• Demonstrated experience with large and/or complex network modernization efforts
• Demonstrated experience with designing and implementing network solutions incorporating load balancing, route, switch, firewalls, congestion and prioritization management, and micro segmentation.
• Deep understanding of and previous experience with Zero Trust Architecture, NIST frameworks, and other government standards and compliance frameworks.
• Deep understanding of Software-Defined Networking (SDN), SD-WAN, container networking, virtualization platforms, and other cloud focused network technologies.
• Previous experience with one or more industry leading vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, HPE, Avaya, or similar.
• Previous experience with enterprise WiFi design and implementations, including mesh solutions.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Experience integrating workflows and automation solutions with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow
• Experience with DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC, Python, Git, and/or other applicable technologies

WHAT’S NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Experience working within a government enterprise environment
• Demonstrated understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP) implementation and concepts of intent-based architecture
• Previous experience with low bandwidth, high latency locations and solutions
• Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) or similar vendor certification.
• One or more of the following Microsoft certifications: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100), Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Microsoft Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Microsoft AI-centric professional certifications or Applied Skills
• AWS Certified Advanced Networking and/or AWS Certified Security
• Technical certifications from other industry leaders in the network or security segment

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