Network Architect

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Taunton, MADedham, MA
Salary
$149,902–$166,298 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
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Confirmed live today

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This role pays more than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $129,575–$199,534 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $158k versus about $165k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 1377 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Network Architect

JOB TITLE: Network Architect As a Network Architect within the NC3 engineering group, you will join a cross-functional team integrating state-of-the-art network and security devices into critical mission systems for the nation's strategic deterrence mission. You will design and plan network systems by providing specifications, detailed schematics, and hardware and software selection for efficient solutions. Your daily responsibilities include leading the design, implementation, testing, and modernization of secure, scalable LAN/WAN and communications infrastructure. You will configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption systems while conducting performance analysis and technical trade studies. Required skills include expertise in Cisco network technologies, data-center protocols, QoS, VoIP, and network virtualization. You must also demonstrate proficiency in MBSE tools like Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw to support secure multi-level network environments.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design, implementation, testing, and modernization of secure LAN/WAN and communications infrastructure.
  • Translate program requirements into architecture designs, technical specifications, configuration baselines, and implementation plans.
  • Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption systems.
  • Conduct network validation, performance analysis, and technical trade studies to identify root causes and recommend improvements.
  • Identify and resolve system design weaknesses within networked environments.
  • Research and analyze vendor products and COTS components to determine design feasibility.
  • Provide detailed specifications for hardware and software selection to meet future capacity requirements.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field plus 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience leading the design, implementation, testing, sustainment, and modernization of secure, scalable LAN/WAN and communications infrastructure.
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, encryption systems, and fiber/copper connectivity.
  • Technical expertise in network and computer hardware/software interconnection, including multiplexers, hubs, bridges, and gateways (preferred).
  • Advanced experience with Cisco technologies, WAN/LAN protocols, QoS, VoIP, and network virtualization (preferred).

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