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Job Description
Title: IP Architecture Subject Matter Expert IV Location: Colorado Springs, CO or Washington, D.C Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph Position Overview: The IP Architecture SME serves as a senior technical authority responsible for leading the design, engineering, and optimization of complex enterprise network and information systems. This role provides expert-level technical leadership, architecture design, and program oversight for high-risk, mission-critical environments. Responsibilities:
Serve as technical SME and advisor to executive leadership on complex network, systems, and telecommunications architectures
Lead design, development, and implementation of enterprise LAN/WAN, cloud, and integrated system architectures
Provide technical direction across full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, testing, and performance optimization
Conduct trade studies and end-to-end system analyses to optimize lifecycle performance and scalability
Identify and resolve complex hardware/software and network interface issues
Establish and enforce architecture standards, governance, and best practices
Coordinate with government and contract leadership to define requirements and deliver mission-aligned solutions
Lead and supervise technical teams, including subordinate managers, ensuring high-quality deliverables
Develop and maintain architecture documentation, specifications, and implementation plans
Support high-risk programs as primary technical authority and consultant Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Minimum eight (8) years of directly related experience
Deep expertise in IP networking (IPv4/IPv6, subnetting, routing, switching) and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
Extensive experience designing enterprise network architectures, including scalability, high availability, and redundancy
Proficiency with networking platforms and technologies (e.g., Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos) and security solutions (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet)
Strong knowledge of network security architecture, segmentation, and access control policies
Experience with network performance optimization, troubleshooting, and capacity planning
Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking, virtual networking, and software-defined networking (SDN), including AWS and Azure environments
Demonstrated leadership in architecture governance, technical oversight, and cross-functional team coordination
Strong communication skills with ability to provide technical guidance and stakeholder engagement
Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II and CCNP (or equivalent) certifications
Experience working in a DoD or IC environment
Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph