Network Architecture Manager Security Clearance

Position: Network Architecture Manager with Security Clearance
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- Description Leidos was awarded the U.S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract and currently an opening for a Network Architecture Manager supporting AWS, Azure, Google, and Oracle clouds. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to modernize a leading, global-scale multi-cloud environment in support of a critical mission, supporting USAF system resiliency, security, and cost effectiveness.

Location:

These positions will be hybrid remote. Candidates will be required to work onsite as needed. Preferred candidates will be located near Hanscom AFB (Boston, MA) or work in Huntsville, AL.

Primary Responsibilities:

​As the Network Architecture manager, you will have deep experience in designing and securing cloud-based networks and will lead a group of network architects. This role is essential to ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. You’ll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission. 

​ * ​Lead a team of 3-6 Leidos and subcontractor network architects to fulfill the network requirements for the program
* Lead and collaborate with design and operations teams across organizational boundaries to provide unified product and service deliveries
* Organize, build, mentor, coach, guide, and supervise teams for network architecture-related activities. Assess employee performance, hire new employees, and ensure compliance with corporate training requirements for Leidos employees
* Partner with other program personnel and business stakeholders to understand requirements for each hosted application and translate them into technical solutions or update existing technical solutions
* Support the overall multi-tenant, multi-cloud environment strategy by supporting development of the overall technological roadmap while balancing support for operational issues with implementation of roadmap components. Design, implement, and maintain secure cloud network architectures in AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, and hybrid environments utilizing network segmentation, Zero Trust principles, and policy-based access controls
* Oversee development of detailed technical documentation to support development and operational processes * ​Integrate cloud networks with on-premises DoD infrastructure using VPNs, Direct Connect, Express Route, and SD-WAN  * ​​Plan for network provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
* Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues using tools like Cloud Watch, Azure Monitor, and packet capture utilities  * ​Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks including DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF  * ​Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and application teams to support secure mission delivery  * ​Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement  * ​Ensure alignment with mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards 
* Lead reviews and provide guidance on complex technical decisions 
* Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into architecture technical solutions 
* Lead architectural reviews and provide recommendations and guidance on technical/architectural complex decisions
* Present architectural designs and recommendations to executive leadership 
* Lead large-scale cloud projects from planning through execution  Basic Qualifications
* Bachelors Degree and 12+ years of experience;
Masters and 10+ years of experience. Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
* 2+ years of prior experience managing/leading teams/projects
* Interim Secret clearance required to start;
Ability to obtain Secret clearance required to maintain employment
* US citizenship required

* Certifications:

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent (IAT-2) * ​​Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills  * ​Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment  
* Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills …