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Booz Allen Hamilton

Network Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Develop enterprise-wide infrastructure design .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,600 - $176,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, with a strong focus on Zero Trust principles and compliance with DoD security standards. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize client operations while serving as a trusted advisor on mission-critical projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Network Architecture DesignZero Trust ImplementationNetwork Segmentation SolutionsDoD Security Standards ComplianceSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills
Network DesignSecurity ArchitectureTroubleshooting WorkflowsSoftware-Defined Networking (SDN)Micro SegmentationLinux AdministrationWindows AdministrationSystem Security HardeningCloud NetworkingVirtualization Platforms
Soft Skills
CollaborationAdvisory SkillsProblem Solving
Tools & Technologies
Palo AltoCiscoJuniperDellHPEVMware
Certifications & Qualifications
CCNACCNPVMwareJNCIAJNCP
Industry Keywords
Department of DefenseZero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)Hybrid EnvironmentsClassified NetworksSTIGs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
CloudCyber SecurityLinuxUnixVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop enterprise-wide infrastructure design
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues
  • Analyze current working infrastructures
  • Increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems
  • Guide the team in evolving and deploying new capabilities and technologies
  • Optimize client operations and modernization
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects
  • Support the Department of Defense and national security missions
  • Collaborate with colleagues and customers at Booz Allen or customer facilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, including implementing Zero Trust principles
  • 5+ years of experience implementing and configuring network segmentation and micro segmentation solutions, including Software-Defined Networking (SDN) technologies, container networking, and virtualization platforms
  • 5+ years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) implementations
  • Experience designing and architecting enterprise network and cybersecurity solutions within DoD hybrid environments
  • Experience supporting defense programs, standards, or mission requirements directly or indirectly, including Zero Trust initiatives
  • Experience working with secret classified networks, including the unique security challenges and requirements of these environments within a ZTNA model
  • Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance requirements in a ZTNA context
  • Secret clearance required
  • HS diploma or GED
  • Experience supporting and operating DoD networks
  • Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware
  • Experience administering Linux and Unix systems in enterprise or tactical environments
  • Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening
  • Experience administering Windows systems and services
  • Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks
  • Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field (nice to have)
  • CCNA, CCNP, VMware, JNCIA, or JNCP Certification (nice to have)
  • AI assistance during interviews is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health benefits
  • Life benefits
  • Disability benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid leave
  • Professional development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Work-life programs
  • Dependent care
  • Recognition awards program
  • Identity verification process to protect against identity fraud
  • Camera-on expectation during interviews and assessments
  • Full-time employees eligible for Booz Allen benefit programs
  • Part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis eligible for Booz Allen benefit programs