Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Entarian is seeking a Lead Network Architect will support a complex space mission operations capability supporting DoD mission requirements. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in Network Architecture and have the ability to implement various network solutions including design, configuration, integration, testing, launch, troubleshooting and ongoing support of innovative networking technologies.

Key Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

Perform system-level design and configuration of products, such as routers, switches, ASAs, and other network devices.
Support the testing and installation of network communications systems, including LAN/MAN/WAN systems.
Monitor and respond to complex technical hardware and software problems.
Interfaces with vendor support service groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance.
Provide support, assistance, and oversight for all information systems operations activities, including computer and telecommunications/communications operations, data entry, data control, LAN/MAN/WAN administration and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations.
Provide input to policy level discussions regarding standards, design, budget constraints, and more.
Provide the routine analysis of all elements of the network facilities.
Reviews network reports and logs to ensure optimal performance.
Utilize software and hardware tools and identifies and diagnoses complex problems and factors affecting network performance.
Communicate effectively with other project groups, such as, Security, Windows, UNIX, and Storage teams to assist with the installation and troubleshooting of systems components.

Salary range: $165,000.00 - $206,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

Active Top Secret / SCI eligible security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline. (Equivalent experience may be considered.)
Minimum 15+ years of relevant network experience in design and building out network infrastructure.
Experience configuring, maintaining, and administering routers, switches, and/or firewalls in a large production environment.
Experience supporting with network circuits, MPLS networks, and other LAN/WAN technologies.
Experience supporting organization users, customers, clients, and remote sites on a network.
Experience supporting and working with other organizational IT departments/teams such as Security, Windows, UNIX, Storage, and other IT teams.
Ability to troubleshoot network performance issues and analyze network traffic using network monitoring tools, and provide capacity planning solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power-Point, Excel, Project, and Outlook.
Ability to travel approximately 25% to support customer locations, mission partner engagements, and operational activities.

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

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Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.