Network Architect

Clearance: ***Top Secret Clearance with SCI Desired, Will Accept Secret Clearance– Must Be Able to Maintain*****

Position Title: Network Architect

Location: Fort Bragg, NC

Job Description:

Network Architects perform tier four network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD and need an extensive background in networking technology. Network Architects must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and leadership abilities. This position requires a strong background in the design and maintenance of local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs), as well as an excellent working knowledge of LAN/WAN protocols (e.g., Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), and Multiprotocol Labeling Switching (MPLS).

Typical duties include:

• Assessing business and applications requirements for corporate data and voice networks
• Planning, designing, and upgrading network installation projects
• Establishing and maintaining backup, version-control, and malware defense systems
• Troubleshooting network architectures and recommending system fixes and enhancements
• Making recommendations for leveraging network installations and reducing operational costs

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Systems,Computer Science, Engineering, a Mathematics-intensive discipline. Significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.

Certification Requirements:

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) OR
• Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr)

Experience Requirements:

• At least 10 years of experience with network operating systems (e.g., Cisco, Novell and Windows Server), network hardware (e.g., routers, switches, cabling and other essential network hardware), and LAN/WAN protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, MPLS).

Additional desired (Not Required) certifications, skills, experience, and/or knowledge:

• CCNP Enterprise
• CCNP Security
• CCNP Data Center
• CCNP Collaboration
• ACMP
• ACMX
• ACCP

Attestation Vaccination Status Requirement:

In accordance with the SOCOM HQ Attestation Guidance, all candidates who are considered for hire must complete Form DD 3150 to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

About TSM, Inc.: TSM serves many customers in the Government and private sector. Most of these projects are long-term and involve cutting edge technologies. The prospect of working for reputable client organizations on the latest technologies in a friendly work environment helps us attract and retain top-quality seasoned professionals who are technically strong.

TSM’s flexible benefits allow staff to choose from a variety of plans to meet their own needs and the needs of their families. Our family-friendly policies and programs help staff balance their personal and professional lives. CareFirst Health Insurance, Companion Vision and Dental Insurance, and Life/Accident/Disability insurance options through Hartford Group give our employees options and comprehensive coverage while keeping out of pocket costs low. TSM offers retirement and savings through the Nationwide 401(k) plan. TSM believes in investing in our employees and offers a tuition reimbursement plan, provides an employee assistance program, and professional development program to help our employees reach the next level.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $172,069.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• networking technology: 10 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CCIE (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: One location