Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Enterprise Network, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructures Certifications:
None Experience:
15 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as Computer Network Architect Lead for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:
As the Computer Network Architect Lead, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Department of War (DoW), Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Special Access Program(s) (SAPs) (DoW SAP CIO). The Network Architect Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing enterprise network architectures that support secure, resilient, and high-performing mission operations. This role leads network engineering initiatives, develops connectivity solutions across cloud and on-premises environments, and ensures network infrastructure meets performance, security, and availability requirements. The Network Architect Lead collaborates with cloud providers, mission owners, cybersecurity teams, and external partners to support network modernization, integration, and operational excellence.
You will play a crucial role in leading a team to support in the following areas:
Design and manage enterprise network architectures across cloud and hybrid environments.
Lead network engineering efforts supporting secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity.
Architect and optimize WAN, LAN, VPN, cloud, and interconnection solutions.
Develop network standards, roadmaps, and technical designs aligned with mission requirements.
Support workload onboarding and integration with cloud and customer network environments.
Collaborate with service providers, DISA, and stakeholder organizations to provision and maintain network services.
Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to ensure operational continuity.
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues.
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, RMF, and network security requirements.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to network engineering teams
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
BS degree; may be substituted for additional years of experience
15+ years of network engineering experience with 5+ years in an architecture or lead role
Security Clearance Level: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
Required Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or CISSP
Enterprise network architecture and design.
Routing and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, hybrid cloud environments).
WAN, LAN, VPN, SD-WAN, and network segmentation.
Network security architecture, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust principles.
Quality of Service (QoS) engineering and performance optimization.
Network monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity planning.
DISA, DoW network architectures, and secure connectivity solutions.
Infrastructure documentation and technical design development.
Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
401K with company match
Educational Assistance and eLearning
Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement
Rewards and Recognition programs
Innovative and collaborative environment encouraging highly motivated critical thinking
The likely salary range for this position is $164,382 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual…