Network Architect

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

ANG SIGNAL is looking for a Network Architect to join our team supporting the federal government. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for providing technical leadership on a variety of network projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, deploying, and managing secure, scalable on-prem and cloud network solutions. The Network Architect should be able to design, communicate, and implement solutions within a timely manner. This is a customer-facing role and the candidate must be able to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences with different knowledge backgrounds.

About Us:

ANG SIGNAL is a technology focused company specialized in delivering world class network services and mission critical solutions to the federal government. We strongly believe that our staff is our greatest asset and the backbone of our company; and that a company is only as good as its team members. We strive to hire the most highly qualified applicants for a wide range of challenging and fulfilling positions. Our diverse team embraces challenges in an inclusive atmosphere that values work-life balance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ANG SIGNAL offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays; medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage plans; matching 401K plan and tuition/training reimbursement.

Key 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
• Architect and implement secure, scalable, and resilient network and firewall cloud solutions primarily on AWS, with integration across Azure, GCP, or Oracle Cloud.
• Design and deploy multi-tier, fault-tolerant applications using cloud-native services.
• Lead and co-design cloud migration efforts from legacy systems to modern cloud platforms.
• 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
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 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
• Deep understanding of cloud networking, security, and automation.
• Experience with DevOps tools (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Git).
• Experience with Cloud Formation or other automation tools.
• Strong knowledge of cloud compliance frameworks and security best practices.
• Cisco/Juniper Routers and Switches hands-on experience
• Experience with Cisco ISE, Aruba wireless and Clearpass is preferred
• 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
• Possesses strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Professional certification (e.g. CCIE, JNCIE)
  
  
  

Background check / Clearance Requirements: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas at this time.

Job Type: Full-time

Flexible work from home options available.