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Enterprise Network Architect/Engineer

The Bison Group
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

What You'll Get to Do :

In this role, the Enterprise Network Architect / Engineering Lead will be responsible for :

Lead Network Engineering :

  • Design, engineer, and implement complex network solutions across diverse environments (core, distribution, edge, border), encompassing Layer 2 / 3 routing and switching.

Architectural Strategy :

  • Define future bandwidth requirements.
  • Conduct redundancy planning and disaster recovery exercises.
  • Ensure infrastructure configurations align with industry best practices and security standards.
  • Collaborate with lead engineers to address and resolve and implement architectural challenges.
  • Solution Design & Delivery :

  • Produce comprehensive design documentation across various levels (technical, architectural, business, operational).
  • Develop and evaluate alternative solutions considering technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, operational efficiency, security implications, and business requirements.
  • Translate customer needs and objectives into actionable enterprise network solutions.
  • Standards & Compliance :

  • Ensure designs adhere to relevant industry standards (e.g., DOD, IC, international standards).
  • Maintain compliance with security requirements and system plans.
  • Troubleshooting & Optimization :

  • Conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve network issues.
  • Implement design improvements and enhancements to optimize network performance.
  • Document workarounds and best practices.
  • Cloud Integration :

  • Experience with Commercial Cloud Services (C2S), specifically AWS.
  • Familiarity with IA controls and RMF / ATO processes.
  • Project Management :

  • Manage projects of varying scope and timelines effectively.
  • You'll Bring These Qualifications :

  • Deep expertise in network engineering principles, including routing and switching protocols (BGP, MPLS, SDNDHCP, NTP, PTP). Strong understanding of network architectures, including data center, campus, and WAN environments. Experience with cloud technologies (AWS preferred).
  • TS / SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain a CI polygraph.
  • Certifications : Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II, CCIE Routing & Switching (R&S) or equivalent industry certification.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and 7 years of relevant experience.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • E ducation Requirement and Years of Experience :

  • High School / GED 11 Yrs
  • Associates 9 Yrs
  • Bachelors 7 Yrs
  • Masters 5 Yrs
  • PhD 3 Yrs
  • Bison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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