Senior Network Architect at CyKor leading SDN architecture and integration across the DoD Information Network.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end design of SDN architectures across DoDIN enclaves (CONUS/OCONUS)
Develop high-level (HLD) and low-level designs (LLD) for software-defined environments
Define network segmentation, policy enforcement, and zero trust architecture patterns
Ensure interoperability with DoDIN enterprise services and transport layers
Architect and guide deployment of SDN solutions including Cisco SD-WAN / SDA and VMware NSX or equivalent
Define controller-based architectures, orchestration, and policy frameworks
Establish automation strategies using APIs, Ansible, and infrastructure-as-code
Drive standardization of SDN templates, configurations, and deployment models
Ensure designs align with RMF (Risk Management Framework), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) STIGs and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles
Lead ATO package development and system accreditation support
Integrate security controls into architecture (encryption, segmentation, identity enforcement)
Interface with DoDIN operations (NOCs/SOCs), engineering teams and government technical authorities (e.g., TWH, ISSM, PMO)
Translate mission needs into technical solutions aligned with DoD enterprise direction
Provide technical leadership during design reviews, PMO syncs, and IPT engagements
Serve as lead architect across programs and task orders
Mentor engineers and provide technical oversight for implementation teams
Validate solutions in lab environments (e.g., integration labs, C5I environments)
Drive delivery discipline ensuring designs are executable, supportable, and scalable
Produce and maintain architecture diagrams, design packages (HLD/LLD) and implementation and validation plans
Support configuration control boards (CCB) and engineering review boards
Provide inputs to executive briefings and technical white papers
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
10+ years of experience in enterprise network architecture and DoD or federal network environments
5+ years of experience designing or implementing Software Defined Networking (SDN) and large-scale enterprise network transformations
Demonstrated experience supporting DoDIN or equivalent mission-critical networks
Strategic thinker with strong systems-level perspective
Ability to translate mission needs into technical architecture
Strong leadership and mentorship capability
Excellent communication with executive and technical stakeholders
Proven ability to deliver in high-tempo, mission-critical environments
Active Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible preferred
Benefits
Equal opportunity employer valuing diversity in the workplace
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