World Wide Technology

Principal Network Architect

World Wide Technology$185K — $195K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Secret security clearance required
  • 12+ years of network engineering or architecture experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technology field
  • Industry-recognized advanced networking certification
  • Experience with OEM: Cisco, Juniper CTP

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the principal network architect for enterprise network design optimization
  • Review and analyze network architecture to identify performance issues and assess capacity
  • Design and recommend scalable architectural improvements focused on performance and security
  • Align all network solutions with strategic organizational objectives
  • Research emerging technologies, hardware, software, and protocols
  • Conduct technical evaluations, cost-benefit analyses, and proof-of-concept testing
  • Provide expert technical leadership within the team

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision care
  • Onsite health centers and wellness programs
  • Profit sharing and 401k plan with company matching
  • 20 days of paid time off and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and additional employee perks
Full Job Description
Required Qualifications
  • Secret clearance required
  • Typically requires 12+ years of relevant network engineering or architecture experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a related technology field
  • Possesses an industry-recognized advanced networking certification
  • OEM: Cisco, Juniper CTP

Preferred locations: On site in Alexandria, VA

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $185,000.00 to $195,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:
  • Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
  • Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
  • Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

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This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role.

What is the Government Services Team and why join?

Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence community markets. We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission-critical systems.

Location: Alexandria, VA (fully on-site)

What will you be doing?

WWT is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Architect to join the USCG team that will be responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs. A successful candidate will be technically well-rounded, producing quality work with special attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serves as the principal network architect responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs.
  • Reviews and analyzes current network architecture, performance metrics, and infrastructure to identify bottlenecks and assess capacity for current and future business needs.
  • Designs and recommends scalable architectural improvements focused on performance, reliability, and security.
  • Ensures all network solutions align with long-term strategic and organizational objectives.
  • Conducts ongoing research into emerging technologies, including new hardware, software, and protocols.
  • Performs technical evaluations, cost-benefit analyses, and proof-of-concept testing to validate proposed innovations.
  • Provides expert technical leadership within the work group, leveraging deep knowledge in specialized technology domains.

About World Wide Technology

World Wide Technology (WWT) is a technology solution provider that offers a wide range of services to businesses and organizations. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri. WWT provides a variety of services, including consulting, design, integration, and managed services. The company has a strong focus on innovation and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. WWT has partnerships with many leading technology companies, including Cisco, Dell, and Microsoft. The company has a global presence, with offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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7,000 employees
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Founded
1990

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