Zero-Trust Network Architect - Cloud & WAN Strategy

Cwsc; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services is seeking a Network Infrastructure Architect to lead enterprise WAN/LAN design and cloud strategy for the HSEN. The role shapes a three-year technology roadmap, conducts POCs, and ensures DHS standards, security accreditation, and high availability.

Responsibilities include architecture development, documentation, traffic modeling, and transition support with a focus on zero-trust and IPv6 compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 15+ years architecting enterprise WAN/LAN solutions with ≥5,500 sites and ≥250,000 users.

Responsibilities

• Develop HSEN/LAN-A reference architectures for WAN/MPLS/SD-WAN, campus LAN, and cloud on-ramps.
• Produce system design docs, diagrams, IP schemas, and maintain CMDB accuracy.
• Model traffic, capacity, and failover scenarios; conduct gap analysis.
• Lead evaluations of emerging technologies and vendor offerings; perform trade studies.
• Deliver rolling three-year technology roadmap aligned with DHS mission and budget cycles.
• Embed zero-trust, micro-segmentation, and IPv6 compliance into designs.

Skills

SD-WAN

Cloud connectivity

Automation

Education

CCIE Certification

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related

AWS Advanced Networking / Juniper JNCIE / TOGAF / GIAC-GSEC

Tools

Ansible

Python

Job description

Computer World Services is seeking a Network Infrastructure Architect to lead enterprise WAN/LAN design and cloud strategy for the HSEN. The role shapes a three-year technology roadmap, conducts POCs, and ensures DHS standards, security accreditation, and high availability.

Responsibilities include architecture development, documentation, traffic modeling, and transition support with a focus on zero-trust and IPv6 compliance.