Senior Network Architect (Key)

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Network Architect (Key) position tests and analyzes elements of network facilities, including power, software, security features, communications devices, communications lines, modems, and terminals and is responsible for the overall integration of the enterprise network.

is also responsible for planning, modeling, simulation, design, installation, maintenance, management, and coordination of the network.

- Review and analyze the existing network architecture and provide designs of current/modern WAN/MAN/LAN technologies

- Recommend best practices such as SDN, Intent-based networking, and network segmentation protocols, etc., in order to improve the existing architecture and meet new networking requirements

- Design telecommunications circuit specifications

- Providing comprehensive systems and network engineering and architectural planning services.

- Identify the need for routers, switches, and encryption devices to support enterprise services

- Deliver service catalog items for automatically provisioning network configurations to deliver Infrastructure-as -Code

- Develop and maintain network architecture specifications and artifacts

- Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and development teams in the planning, design, development, and utilization of Cloud-based capabilities for the development, modification, and deployment of software

- Interfacing with O&M personnel by providing strategic design and support to projects as directed.

- Comprehensively reviewing existing architectures on a regular basis, recommending, and assisting with the design and implementation of systems and network improvements as required.

 

- Supporting efforts for cybersecurity technology, risks identification and risk mitigation strategies related to cybersecurity.

 

- Engineering and upgrading LAN, WAN and VoIP infrastructures, voice and data network systems, and administration of multi-protocol routers, multilayer switches, network security devices and network management systems.

 

- Providing support to Application delivery networking, Cloud computing, End Point management, and desktop computing 

- Working with vendors, the Government, carriers, and technical staff on network implementation, optimization, and ongoing management 

- Providing high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, switches, bridges, and routers

The annual base salary range for this role is $105,000-$125,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package.

Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

Required Skills

- Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA

- TS/SCI level clearance is required

- Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) and VMware VCP-NV certifications required

- Minimum 10 years of Cisco experience; proven expertise with Cisco network hardware including: routers, switches, firewalls, unified communications equipment

- Minimum of 5 years with VMware, experience in virtual and physical internet protocol and Fiber Channel networks and routing protocols

- Experience with Defense Information System Network (DISN) circuits and Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES)

- Experience in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting LAN, WAN and low bandwidth networks protected by network encrypters

- Experience designing VMware NSX Software Defined Networking

- Experience with Cisco network hardening including routers, switches, firewalls, unified communications equipment

- Experience utilizing network management solutions based on NetFlow and Simple Network Management Protocols (SNMP)

- Experience with DevOps, automating and scripting

- Experience with RMF and DODAF 2.0 documentation standards and Change Management

- Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III

- Professional certification in Cisco, and/or VMware,

- ITIL certification is desired

About Nyla Technology Solutions

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government.

Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn,  earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry.

We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission.

Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team, 

Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package.

And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule.

PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company.

You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week).

There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!

LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family?

Want more time to travel the world?

You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave.

That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!

SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle?

With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love.

It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!

WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS?

 Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company.

We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth.

We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.

 

To learn more about Nyla's culture and our exceptional benefit packages click .

Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.

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