Network & Security Solutions Architect

Network & Security Solutions Architect

• Location: Washington, DC (Partial Remote)
• Residency Requirement: Candidate must reside in Washington, DC at the time of submission.
• Position Type: Contract
• Projected Start Date: September 15, 2025
• Projected End Date: August 31, 2026
• Interview Process: No face-to-face interview required
• Work Authorization: Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Network & Security Solutions Architect to join our team and drive the architecture and design of IT solutions that align with business strategies. This role requires a visionary leader who can define solution direction, champion modern technologies, and act as a change agent within the organization. The architect will work closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring best practices, reusability, and enterprise-level alignment across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and solution architectures and present them to senior leadership and the Enterprise Architecture Review Council.
• Proactively define strategies and roadmaps for future IT projects while building organizational consensus.
• Act as a change agent, introducing improved methodologies and innovative technologies.
• Ensure all solutions are built with best practices, reusability, and scalability in mind.
• Participate in all phases of the project lifecycle—from requirements analysis and design to implementation.
• Serve as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring alignment of IT solutions with business needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 8–15 years of experience across multiple IT domains.
  • 5–7 years of dedicated technology architecture experience.
  • Proven experience as a Solutions Architect on at least two large-scale, heterogeneous IT programs.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Hands-on experience with Network Access Control (NAC).
  • Strong proficiency in Cisco ISE and Cisco DNA.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree, specialized training, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge Base:
  • Architectural modeling, service-oriented architecture, enterprise information management, software design, and development.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to design and deliver solutions to solve complex business challenges effectively.