Senior Private LTE​/5G Core Network Architect

• Architect, design, integrate, secure, and provide lifecycle support for utility-focused Private LTE and Private 5G network environments
• Provide technical leadership across LTE EPC, 5G Core, RAN integration, backhaul transport networks, and operational readiness
• Engage clients, industry forums, standards organizations, vendor partners, and project teams as a private LTE/5G subject matter expert
• Lead architecture workshops, design reviews, security reviews, vendor evaluations, RFP support, and solution strategy discussions
• Translate complex PLTE, 5G Core, RAN, transport, and cybersecurity topics into recommendations for technical and executive audiences
• Mentor engineers and project team members
• Lead architecture and design for LTE EPC and 5G Core environments supporting utility operations and grid modernization
• Define core network architecture for MME, SGW, PGW, HSS, PCRF, AMF, SMF, UPF, NRF, and related subscriber, policy, and mobility services
• Develop end-to-end designs for APNs, DNNs, IP address planning, SIM/eSIM strategy, subscriber management, QoS, network slicing, traffic steering, and service segmentation
• Create architecture standards, reference diagrams, implementation plans, operational procedures, and decision documentation
• Define PLTE/5G transport and backhaul requirements
• Collaborate on transport, routing, cybersecurity, and infrastructure architectures supporting performance, resiliency, scalability, synchronization, and operations
• Evaluate transport designs for latency, QoS, redundancy, traffic engineering, timing, and service availability
• Support eNodeB and gNodeB integration with private LTE and 5G core networks
• Collaborate with RF engineering teams on coverage, capacity, mobility, performance, and service quality
• Evaluate emerging RAN, Open RAN, and private wireless technologies for utility use cases
• Develop cybersecurity architectures for private wireless networks in critical infrastructure and utility OT environments
• Align PLTE designs with defense-in-depth, Zero Trust, and applicable NERC CIP considerations
• Provide guidance for monitoring, alarming, KPI, and reporting frameworks
• Advise on lifecycle management, technology roadmaps, capacity planning, software maintenance, and platform evolution
• Evaluate service-impacting events and performance trends to identify architectural improvements

• Demonstrated experience with LTE EPC, 5G Core, Private LTE, Private 5G, RAN integration, and mobile packet core technologies
• Strong knowledge of 3
  
  GPP LTE/5G architecture, call flows, subscriber management, APNs/DNNs, QoS, network slicing, and mobility
• Experience with IP/MPLS routing, backhaul, and transport architecture in carrier, utility, or industrial environments
• Working knowledge of Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent wireless, routing, switching, and security platforms
• Experience with cloud-native network functions, virtualized infrastructure, Kubernetes-based deployments, and network management platforms preferred
• Utility, energy, public safety, mining, industrial, or critical infrastructure experience strongly preferred
• Experience securing Private LTE, Private 5G, related communications infrastructure, or critical infrastructure network environments
• Knowledge of network segmentation, secure remote access, PKI, IPsec, certificate management, logging, SIEM integration, vulnerability management, and secure configuration baselines
• Familiarity with NERC CIP, IEC 62443, Zero Trust, defense-in-depth, and utility cybersecurity principles preferred
• Experience with security architecture reviews, threat modeling, incident response support, and vulnerability remediation preferred
• CISSP, CCNP, CCIE, Nokia NRS, Nokia 5G Core Architect, Ericsson wireless, CBRS CPI, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or equivalent industry certifications preferred
• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred, or another degree, specialized training, or experience that makes the individual uniquely qualified
• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience
• Ability to complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements, potentially including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search
• No visa sponsorship available

Demonstrates expertise in architecting and securing Private LTE and Private 5G networks, with a strong focus on utility operations and critical infrastructure. Proficient in translating complex technical concepts into actionable strategies while providing leadership and…