Sr. Network Architect
Sr. Network Architect
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$ 104650 - 189175
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Are you a motivated Network Architectwith technical hands-on experience conceptualizing designing and simulating complex network architectures Join us at the Leidos Innovations Center Information and Data Science Division with a group of highly skilled and innovative individuals and a variety of exciting R&D programs. As ourNetwork Architect you will create and evaluate new network concepts based on current and emerging technologies across all domains (Wireline RF Free space optics). This position requires deep technical expertise in network protocols security and cloud technologies as well as strong leadership and communication skills. You will work in a dynamic high-impact environment that blends current state of the art with emerging technologies such as quantum communications.
Primary Responsibilities.
- Develop novel networking approaches and protocol concepts that blend traditional solutions with emerging technologies.
- Simulate and evaluate network architectures and protocols.
- Research and evaluate emerging network infrastructure technologies.
- Plan and design networks
- Produce technical documentation mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge transfer.
Basic Qualifications.
- Bachelors degree in computer science computer engineering electrical engineering or a closely related technical field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience with a significant portion focused on networking; masters with 6 10 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain. Additional education experience or training will be considered in lieu of degree.
- Experience designing implementing and troubleshooting networks .
- Experience simulating and assessing networking protocols and architectures
- Detailed understanding of networking protocols: TCP/IP DNS DHCP VLANs VPNs routing protocols (OSPF BGP).
- In-depth knowledge of network security principles and best practices
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills and ability to work independently on complex tasks and lead technical efforts.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. (U.S. Citizenship is required)
Preferred Qualifications.
- Experience conceptualizing and implementing new networking approaches and protocols
- Experience developing software to implement novel or existing protocols
- Experience with quantum networking
- Active DoD Secret clearance is preferred
At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.
If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.
Original Posting:
August 20 2025At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.
If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $104650.00 - $189175.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
