Principal Network Solutions Architect
Accenturefederalservices · Tampa, FL
About this role
**About the Role** Accenture Federal Services (AFS) is seeking an expert **Principal Network Solutions Architect** to lead the planning, architecture, and implementation of large-scale, global network infrastructure. This role focuses on mission-critical **on-premise, hybrid, and air-gapped** networks, with deep expertise in **advanced routing** and **secure, resilient, high-performance** designs for the **Department of Defense (DoD)**. **Core Responsibilities** - Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of **secure, resilient, scalable** global network solutions. - Develop and manage complex network architectures for **DoD air-gapped environments**, including transport security and **KG encryption devices**. - Engineer **highly available, redundant** network designs using advanced routing protocols (e.g., **BGP, OSPF**) to maximize uptime. - Architect and lead **hybrid cloud network strategies**, including secure, robust, low-latency connectivity (e.g., **AWS Direct Connect**, **Azure ExpressRoute**). - Define requirements and provide expert recommendations for **on-premise datacenter infrastructure** (rack hardware, power, cooling). - Collaborate with security, cloud, and application teams to ensure **end-to-end security** across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. - Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network architecture, standards, device configurations, and operational procedures. - Serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex network issues and provide expert troubleshooting and resolution. - Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on advanced networking and datacenter best practices. **Required Skills & Experience** - Maintain required **DoD 8140 certifications**. - **10+ years** of senior-level network engineering and architecture experience, including: - Planning and architecting large-scale global networks with deep **BGP** knowledge. - On-premise datacenter design principles (rack layout, **PDU/power planning**, cooling). - Designing **redundant, high-availability** networks using advanced routing and switching. - Hybrid cloud networking solutions, including **AWS Direct Connect** (and equivalents for other providers). - Designing and managing **DoD air-gapped networks** and their security constraints. - Hands-on experience integrating **KG encryption devices** (e.g., **KG-175 TACLANE series**). **Preferred Qualifications** - Advanced networking certifications such as **Cisco CCIE (Data Center or Enterprise Infrastructure)** or **Juniper JNCIE**. - Experience with network automation (e.g., **Ansible**, **Terraform**). - Knowledge of **Software-Defined Networking (SDN)**. - Familiarity with public cloud platforms (**AWS, Azure, GCP**). - Proficiency with network monitoring, analysis, and performance tuning tools. **Clearance** - **Active TS/SCI required**. **Compensation (Base Pay Range)** - **$120,400 – $234,700 USD** (states: CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, ME, MD, MA, MN, NJ, NY, OH, VT, VA, WA, and DC) **What We Believe** AFS is committed to serving the U.S. federal government and fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and equal opportunity. **Equal Employment Opportunity** AFS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. **Requesting an Accommodation** If you need an accommodation during the recruiting/interview process or to perform essential job functions, speak with your recruite
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