
Network Architecture Manager
Leidos
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Bedford • Alabama • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $116,350 - $210,325 per year
About the role
- Lead a team of 3-6 Leidos and subcontractor network architects to fulfill the network requirements for the program
- Lead and collaborate with design and operations teams across organizational boundaries to provide unified product and service deliveries
- Organize, build, mentor, coach, guide, and supervise teams for network architecture-related activities
- Assess employee performance, hire new employees, and ensure compliance with corporate training requirements for Leidos employees
- Partner with other program personnel and business stakeholders to understand requirements for each hosted application and translate them into technical solutions or update existing technical solutions
- Support the overall multi-tenant, multi-cloud environment strategy by supporting development of the overall technological roadmap while balancing support for operational issues with implementation of roadmap components
- Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud network architectures in AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, and hybrid environments utilizing network segmentation, Zero Trust principles, and policy-based access controls
- Oversee development of detailed technical documentation to support development and operational processes
- Integrate cloud networks with on-premises DoD infrastructure using VPNs, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and SD-WAN
- Plan for network provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues using tools like CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and packet capture utilities
- Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks including DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and application teams to support secure mission delivery
- Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
- Ensure alignment with mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards
- Lead reviews and provide guidance on complex technical decisions
- Present architectural designs and recommendations to executive leadership
- Lead large-scale cloud projects from planning through execution
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree and 12+ years of experience; Masters and 10+ years of experience
- 2+ years of prior experience managing/leading teams/projects
- Interim Secret clearance required to start; Ability to obtain Secret clearance required to maintain employment
- US citizenship required
- Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or equivalent (IAT-2)
- Must possess the following certifications: Versa Certified SD-WAN Engineer, F5-CTS, AWS Advanced Networking OR Azure Network Engineer Associate
- Experience with USAF Cloud One or Platform 1
- Experience with Zero Trust Architecture
- Hands-on experience with Versa Networks SD-WAN and security platforms
- Experience configuring and managing F5 BIG-IP LTM, GTM, and ASM modules
- Proficiency in cloud networking services (VPCs, VNets, Transit Gateway, NSGs, Route Tables)
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, NAT, and VPN technologies
- Scripting and automation experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or Cloud Infrastructure roles
- Cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, Google, or Oracle clouds
Benefits
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
network architecturecloud network architecturesInfrastructure as CodeTerraformAnsibleTCP/IPBGPDNSNATVPN technologies
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcoachingcollaborationcommunicationperformance assessmentteam supervisionprocess improvementguidancepresentation
Certifications
CompTIA Security+Versa Certified SD-WAN EngineerF5-CTSAWS Advanced NetworkingAzure Network Engineer Associate