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Principal Network Architect

WFH Flexible•Suitland, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Suitland+MD+USA)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Overview

Tanaq Technical Services (TTS), a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT)Corporation, is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTS’s innovative approach combines proactive strategies, efficient processes, and emerging technologies to deliver seamless, integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven, People Focused. To learn more about us, visit https://tanaq.com/tanaq-technical-services.

About the Role

We are seeking a **Principal Network Architect** to support our federal government customer. The Principal Network Architect is responsible for designing secure, scalable, reliable, and low latency network architectures for the Government’s cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring compliance with federal security standards such as NIST 800-53 and FISMA. The Primary focus for this individual will be to support the following areas:

+ Network Architecture and Design

+ Security Architecture and Design

+ Unified Communications Architecture and Design

+ Audio/Visual Architecture and Design

+ Cloud Architecture and Design

+ Identity Management Architecture and Design

+ DNS and LDAP Architecture and Design

+ Active Directory Architecture and Design

This is a hybrid remote position based in Suitland, Maryland, that will require some onsite work at the customer’s location. This position is contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

+ Provide high-level architectural expertise to managers and technical staff.

+ Develop architectural products and deliverables for the enterprise and operational business lines in line with the organization's strategy and goals.

+ Develop a strategy for the system and the design infrastructure necessary to support that strategy.

+ Advise on selection of technological purchases with regard to processing, data storage, data access, and applications development.

+ Sets standards for the client/server relational database structure for the organization (SQL, ORACLE, SYBASE, etc.).

+ Advise on the feasibility of potential future projects to management.

+ Track current plans.

+ Monitor and review the success of systems and ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

Required Experience and Skills

+ Minimum 10 years of experience in network engineering and architecture design.

+ Knowledge of NIST 800-53, FISMA, and federal security standards.

+ Familiarity with Remedy, Cisco ACI, Palo Alto, AWS VPC, Azure Networking.

+ Experience managing network architecture projects for a federal government agency.

+ Knowledge of federal government network and security policies, data protection standards, and risk management practices, preferred.

+ Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Ability to pass required Federal background screening/security check, including basic and expanded investigations. Ability to obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval.

+ **U.S. citizenship required.**

Education and Training

+ Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent certification or years of experience).

+ Professional Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Engineer (CCIE), Cisco Certified Architect (CCAR), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty, or similar certifications, highly desired.

Physical Requirements

+ Candidates must reside in or within commutable distance of Suitland, Maryland.

+ Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Pay Range

The projected annual salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000 USD. Please note that the salary information listed is a good-faith estimate for this position and a general guideline only. Multiple factors are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, education, certifications, and competencies that align with the specified role, geographic location, as well as business considerations and contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

Benefits Information

Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, EAP, Education Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Who We Are

Tanaq Technical Services (TTS) strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Tanaq Technical Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email [email protected] to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Notice on Candidate AI Usage

Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills, and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in-person, and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at [email protected].

To apply for this position, visit:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3505341