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ANG Signal · 2 days ago

Network Architect

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

ANG SIGNAL is a technology focused company specialized in delivering world class network services and mission critical solutions to the federal government. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for providing technical leadership on a variety of network projects and managing day-to-day operations of the network while ensuring continuous improvement and effective communication with stakeholders.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with a team of network experts to support a service provider scale network that connects multiple high performance computing sites and data centers, and provides network services to over 22,000 users nationwide

Provide technical leadership to the team to execute multiple mission critical projects and maintain a stable operations environment

Provide analysis and recommendations for the continuous improvement of cloud network

Manage the day-to-day operations of the network. Troubleshoot complex and escalated network problems and coordinate with the various department administrators to facilitate connectivity issue resolution

Design and implement network solutions and participate in lab testing of new technologies

High degree of engagement with both customer and development personnel

Effectively support the coordination of project development from kickoff briefing to delivery, under the guidance of Managing Director

Write and manage technical documentation, Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance plans. Provide status reports as required by the upper management, and participate in data calls and other operational and maintenance tasks

Analyze existing operations and make recommendations for the improvement and growth

Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with the team, government client, senior management and other stakeholders

Qualification

Network designMPLSBGPCloud networksCisco RoutersNetwork securityProject managementBachelor’s DegreeProfessional certificationLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsMentoring skills

Required

10+ years of functional experience in a Network Engineering role, with at least 5 years of experience as a Technical Lead or SME in a large scale enterprise network environment

In-depth knowledge of network design to include complex routing and switching, remote access, wireless and network security solutions

Strong knowledge of MPLS, BGP, OSPF and other R&S technologies

Experience with cloud networks and security; Azure, AWS or GCP

Cisco/Juniper Routers and Switches hands-on experience

In-depth knowledge of network security and security operations, including but not limited to firewalls (Cisco ASA, Fortigate, PaloAlto), UTM, IPS, etc

Ability to communicate designs and network concepts to a variety of audiences, including peers and customers, verbally and in writing

General understanding of project management processes and terminology

Strong leadership skills, personal drive, and ability to see projects through to execution in a matrixed environment

Strong organizational and mentoring skills

Possesses strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Professional certification (e.g. CCIE, JNCIE)