Secret Network Architect / PM

Post Date

Oct 24, 2025

Location

Fort Walton Beach,
Florida

ZIP/Postal Code

32548
US
Dec 25, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

PNS-fca14970-415e-4198-8087-1af9d31070bb

Pay Rate

$75 - $94 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

This individual will conduct analysis and requirements, decomposition of DOD combat communications and control systems and integrate with operations and acquisitions leads to design and implement critical information flows over multi-pathway networks.
Designs and plans global, Enterprise-level network systems and services. 
Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. 
Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient integrated network solution to meet organizational needs, including present and future capacity requirements. 
Conducts testing and troubleshooting of network systems and services. 
Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and interfacing, such as routers, switchers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. 
Develop and manage network service lifecycle activities, including but not limited to cyber compliance, service, and solution related deliverables as needed.
Assess proposed changes to network information systems, their environment of operation, and mission needs that could affect system authorizations.
Perform deliverable reviews and lead corrective actions to resolve discrepancies.
Provide purposeful reviews of network security architecting, design, development, and configuration of information systems.
Provide inputs to development teams responsible for designing and developing organizational information systems and upgrading legacy systems as it relates to network design considerations and constraints.
Ensure teams are employing best practices when designing and implementing network information systems including system/security engineering principles, secure design, secure architecture, and secure coding techniques and effective testing and reporting processes to validate outcomes.
Manage backlog and capability roadmaps.

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Required Skills & Experience

15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
CCDE or equivalent certification, or equivalent demonstrated job performance, required.
https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/learn/training-certifications/certifications/design/ccde/index.html
Training and experience should include technology outside of the Cisco product line and include experience integrating multiple difference solutions from different vendors at the design level.
Highly desired: previous experience in radio frequency network integration, to include space-based and terrestrial wireless networks.Experience in giving presentations, and engaging senior management.
CCNA (CCNP Preferred).
Must currently possess AT HIRE an active secret security clearance with the US DoD, current within five years, based upon a single scope background investigation (SSBI) or SSBI periodic review.
Ability to acquire a TS/SCI Clearance
Proficient knowledge of network engineering, network architecture, and network automation 
Experience with configuring, activating, testing, and analyzing network systems 
Experience in the following areas: 
Python script development 
Elasticsearch / Logstash / Kibana 
Linux systems administration 
Windows systems administration 
Demonstrated ability to influence development of solutions that impact strategic project/program goals and business results; and to recommend and develop new technical solutions, products, and/or standards in support of program strategy and operations.  
Experience with managing technical staff on IPTs and/or cross functional teams to enable significant positive impact on project results/outputs. 
Strong written and verbal communications, team building and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with the following: Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), MPLS, OSPF, Network Security, VPN, Encryption methods, Routing, Switching, Network Solutions, Network Infrastructure, Cisco, Juniper, Layer 3, IDS, QoS, VoIP, Linux, LAN, WAN, Load Balancer, AAA, IPSec, Radius/TACACS+, TCP/IP, HSRP, VRRP, CCNA, CCNP, vSAN, Servers, Technical Support, Visio, Setup, Capacity Planning, Disaster Recovery, SNMP, and VLANs, 802.1x, Aruba Wireless Access Points, and Enterprise Wireless Services, Circuit Actions, IPSEC/GRE Tunnels, ACLs, and Network Encryption Devices, WWN, DAF Battle Network, SIE, etc.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.