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GovCIO lists this Senior Computer Network Architect (Ft. Bragg) opportunity in fort bragg, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Computer Network Architect to support Special Operations communication. This position will be in Fort Bragg, NC and will be an onsite position
Responsibilities
Serves as a hybrid Network & Systems Engineer and Tactical Communications SME, responsible for designing, building, automating, testing, and sustaining mission-critical network infrastructure in support of deployed and enterprise operations. This role integrates hands‑on engineering, automation development, and operational support to deliver secure, scalable, and rapidly deployable network solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Network & Systems Engineer / Tactical Communications SME / Testing & Development
Maintains expert‑level awareness of current and emerging technologies through continuous research of technical manuals, vendor documentation, security advisories, and open‑source resources.
Evaluates and recommends hardware and software versions by validating: Minimum installation requirements
Known defects and bugs
Security bulletins and patches
Compatibility with legacy systems
Power constraints (including PoE considerations)
Environmental and thermal limitations
End-user interoperability (notably SFP module compatibility)
Collaborates with the JEDI team to enable bare‑metal provisioning of RHEL servers, leveraging Kickstart‑based automation for PXE‑style rapid deployments.
Builds secure, mission‑ready network nodes from bare metal, including firmware/software upgrades, secure configuration baselines, tunnel establishment, and performance optimization.
Conducts in‑depth network connectivity testing, end‑user behavior analysis, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.
Coordinates with multiple J6 functional areas when deploying new sites.
Works directly with customers to ensure installations are plug‑and‑play, enabling rapid deployment within constrained logistical timelines.
Developed the initial MFS Medium v2 configuration and influenced the MFS Heavy baseline.
Rapidly identifies and resolves network configuration errors; provides validated solutions to the network automation team for integration and code deployment.
Possesses deep operational knowledge of network architectures, protocols, and failure modes, allowing for expedited fault isolation and resolution.
Encryption Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Holds strong working knowledge of encryptor configuration, firmware management, operational requirements, version enforcement, best practices, and troubleshooting.
Diagnoses encryption issues based on customer‑reported symptoms and operational context.
Identified and resolved a critical encryption key failure affecting a forward‑deployed Tier tactical node after multiple unsuccessful remediation attempts.
Proficient with GemOne and Chimeramanagement platforms.
Additional Operational Support
Performs off‑site communications checks and equipment upgrades, including installation and airflow optimization to prevent overheating and equipment degradation.
Delivers expedited remote support to traveling customers, providing Cisco CLI commands to rapidly restore communications for senior leadership.
Detects and communicates probable hardware failures at distant ends during outage scenarios.
Assists with baselining and testing MFS kits under tight timelines or suspected hardware/software issues.
Collaborates with customers, ECS, and Tier units to troubleshoot connectivity issues and deliver targeted technical training.
Daily operational use of: Nautobot (IPAM and device management)
AWX (administration and automation)
Active Directory
Forward Networks (topology and fault analysis)
Splunk (detailed network/server logging)
ServiceNow (ticketing and technical order tracking)
Provides on‑site support for emergent taskings, including after‑hours operations.
Qualifications
High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
Clearance Required: TS/SCI
DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Experience with Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure
Experience with Containerization technologies
Experience with microservice network architecture
Experience with troubleshooting and resolving technical problems with both on‑site and remote administrators
Ability to communicate technical ideas and deliver briefings with cross‑functional teams, work in a high-demand environment, and provide technical expertise on all phases of system engineering activities
Active and current U.S. Driver's License
Preferred Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related fields
Experience supporting U.S. Special Operations organizations
Cisco DevNet Associate
Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation
Aviatrix Certified Engineer Multicloud Network Automation Specialty
Linux Essentials LPI
Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer
Experience with Terraform
Experience with Cloud Native networking technologies and concepts
Experience with Amazon Web Services
Experience with developing tactical, expeditionary cross-domain solutions to deliver FMV across different environments, enclaves, and networks
Experience with designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting expeditionary, global, regional, and disconnected networks, including internal LAN traffic, WAN, Satellite communications, commercial leased lines, long haul circuits, distributed packet processing, data compression, encryption, and various data transport systems
Experience with evaluating projected network usage and reviewing utilization reports
Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Gitlab.
Experience with working with CM tools, including Gitlab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows
Knowledge of network engineering in cloud and disconnected edge environments
Knowledge of Python scripting, writing Ansible playbooks, rudimentary APIs, or automation scripts
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code
Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as GitLab.
Experience working with CM tools, including GitLab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows
Able to wear personal protective equipment, including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor, and chemical/biological protective garments
Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards
Unfunded position- A Contingency Offer Letter will be extended to the selected candidate. Employment is contingent on the position being fully funded and a vacancy existing.
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Posted Salary Range
USD $125,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.
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