Senior Computer Network Architect in Columbia, Maryland at Endictus

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

About ENDICTUS

ENDICTUS Corporation delivers advanced cyber, software engineering, and mission-focused technology solutions supporting the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. We design and deliver secure, high-performance capabilities that enable mission success across complex and highly secure operational environments.

We are seeking a Senior Computer Network Architect to design, implement, and optimize enterprise and mission-focused network architectures supporting critical defense and intelligence operations. This role is ideal for an experienced network engineering professional with deep expertise in network design, modeling, and secure communications systems.

Position Overview

As a Senior Computer Network Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of complex network infrastructures including LANs, WANs, intranets, extranets, and other secure data communications systems. You will be responsible for network modeling, analysis, planning, and performance optimization, as well as recommending secure and scalable hardware and software solutions.

This role requires a strong technical foundation in network architecture, cybersecurity principles, and systems engineering in mission-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure and scalable computer network architectures, including LANs, WANs, intranets, and extranets
• Conduct network modeling, simulation, analysis, and performance optimization
• Develop and execute network planning strategies aligned with mission and operational requirements
• Evaluate and recommend network hardware, software, and communication technologies
• Design and implement network security measures to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and software development teams to integrate network solutions
• Assess current network infrastructure and identify opportunities for improvement, modernization, and optimization
• Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and system specifications
• Ensure network solutions comply with security standards, policies, and mission requirements
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues in operational environments

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline and 12+ years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience (where applicable per staffing standards)
• Strong experience designing and implementing complex network architectures in enterprise or mission environments
• Experience with network modeling, analysis, and planning methodologies
• Strong understanding of network communications protocols and infrastructure design
• Ability to evaluate and recommend network and data communications hardware/software solutions
• Demonstrated ability to design secure network architectures in classified or sensitive environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal mission environments
• Experience designing secure networks in high-assurance or classified environments
• Strong understanding of network security architecture and defensive cyber principles
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and software developers
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Experience developing technical architecture documentation and engineering designs

Education

• Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.

Benefits

Our industry-leading benefits package contributes to approximately 30% of your total compensation package!

• Paid time off accrued at a rate of 6.33 hours per semi-monthly pay period (19 days/152 hours annually during the first two years)
• 12 paid holidays that can be used as floating holidays throughout the year (11 Federal holidays plus one birthday holiday)
• Compensatory Time and Flex Time (when authorized)
• 100% employer-paid health insurance premium or a prorated annual stipend of up to $5,000 if you opt out of the health plan
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance (currently 2x annual salary, up to $300,000)
• 401(k) with employer match of up to 100% of the first 10% contributed
• $500 business attire stipend (added to annual salary)
• $500 fitness reimbursement
• $1,500 technology reimbursement
• $1,500 professional development and certification reimbursement
• $5,000 adoption assistance
• Employee referral bonuses: $1,000 after 30 days for each qualified referral who is hired, and $2,000 after six months for each referred employee retained beyond six months (unlimited referrals)
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone (when telework is required), including all required software
• Opportunity to earn up to half of the company's profit rate (approximately 2–3.5%) or a bonus for new business you bring in and oversee
• Company-sponsored morale and team-building events

EEO Commitment

Our client is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change—regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.