<p>Job Title: Network Architect</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>We are seeking a Software Engineer to be part of a pivotal Cyber engineering team tasked with building new security architectures across large Naval Submarine subsystems. This cutting-edge technology fosters a common, open-architecture system that enhances interoperability during joint operations with integrated fighting forces. Essentially, this system acts as the central nervous system of a submarine, allowing seamless connectivity between all subsystems. The engineers will leverage their expertise to design the submarine's network system and create a private cloud for edge communication.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Design, enhance, and plan computer network communications, including creating specifications and schematics for network architecture on multiple subsystems. </li><li>Evaluate and recommend network hardware and software selections, implementation techniques, and tools to efficiently meet tactical programmatic needs, considering present and future capacity requirements. </li><li>Monitor and maintain networks, manage configurations, provide network support and problem resolution, analyze system performance, evaluate performance metrics, and conduct failure analysis on SWFTS network for the SE&I program. </li><li>Interface with customers, developers, and support programs to ensure optimal communication flow between subsystems. </li><li>Conduct performance and failover testing of network devices and assess their impact on system stability. </li><li>Maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware/software interconnection and interfaces, including firewalls, routers, switches, gateways, middleware, and OSI layer 1/2/3/4 functionality. </li><li>Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance network system performance and monitoring capabilities. </li><li>Document network processes for working group presentations and exchanges. </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in IT or Engineering from an accredited institution. </li><li>8+ years of Network Integration experience with various network protocol standards. </li><li>Experience in analyzing VLANs, spanning-tree, routing (both static and dynamically implemented protocols), ACLs, IP addressing, and subnetting. </li><li>Proficiency in packet analysis tools such as Wireshark or Sniffers. </li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Network development and integration experience with various network protocol standards including TCP/IP, HSRP/VRRP, RIP, OSPF, BGP, RSTP (802.1w), MSTP (802.1s), DHCP, 802.1q tagging, multicast, PAgP or LACP (EtherChannel), QoS and Active-Active technologies (vPC and IRF). </li><li>Strong network troubleshooting and problem identification skills. </li><li>Familiarity with network device vendors such as Cisco and Arista. </li><li>Knowledge of 1/10/25/40/100 Gig protocols, serial and satellite links, cable standards, and optical specifications/requirements. </li><li>Familiarity with Linux OS, SNMP, Python is advantageous. </li><li>Knowledge of TCP/UDP protocol packet format is desirable. </li><li>Understanding of Software Defined Networking using OVS is a plus. </li><li>Knowledge of Kubernetes is a plus. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>This role offers a hybrid work environment with typically 3 days in the lab and 1 day from home. The schedule consists of 4-day work weeks with 10-hour days, providing flexibility while requiring onsite presence when working.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job</p> <p>classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be</p> <p>subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits</p> <p>available for this temporary role may include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental & vision </li><li>Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available </li><li>Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>Health Spending Account (HSA) </li><li>Transportation benefits </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) </li></ul> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a hybrid position in Manassas,VA.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>