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Network Architect (with Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility) leads the development and communication of a forward-looking network architecture and modernization roadmap for a Federal Law Enforcement Agency, ensuring alignment with federal standards and industry best practices. Collaborates with leadership and technical experts to shape innovative strategies that enhance scalability, security, and resiliency. Designs and oversees enterprise-scale network solutions focused on operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Advocates for continuous improvement by integrating market trends and customer feedback, while ensuring compliance with all regulations. Provides strategic guidance on emerging technologies and crafts compelling business cases to secure investment. Establishes KPIs to measure success and communicates complex strategies through presentations and workshops with stakeholders. Defines and communicates a forward-looking network architecture and roadmap for modernizing their networks that aligns with best practices and federal standards. Engages with executive leadership, team members, and technical experts both internally and externally to gather insights, align objectives, and shape innovative network modernization strategies. Architects comprehensive network models that address complex technical challenges across multiple sectors while ensuring scalability, security, and resiliency. Architects and provides strategic oversight for the implementation of enterprise-scale network solutions aligned with organizational goals. Champions best practices and drives continuous improvement by integrating market trends and customer feedback. Develops and promotes cross-discipline network designs focused on operational efficiency, delivering cost-effective solutions that reduce expenses while maintaining high performance and resiliency. Crafts and presents executive-level business cases that clearly articulate the strategic and financial benefits of network modernization initiatives to secure necessary investments. Ensures all network architectures adhere to federal regulations, security standards, and industry best practices. Provides strategic guidance on emerging technologies and innovative network solutions, serving as a trusted advisor to internal teams and external partners on technology investments and modernization efforts. Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks to evaluate the success of network modernization initiatives. Directs, conducts, and participates in technical presentations, demonstrations, working groups, and workshops for executives and technical stakeholders to effectively communicate complex network strategies and solutions. 10+ years of relevant IT experience, with at least five years or relevant experience in Network Design and Architecture. Preferred: experience with Analytics/AI/ML, CSfC, ZTA, SDN, cloud networking, SD-WAN, and large-scale hybrid environments. Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Required Qualification: Cisco and/or TOGAF/CISSP certifications and strong federal experience. Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Akkodis GS offers competitive benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off and holidays; and retirement savings options—along with the chance to work alongside talented, supportive colleagues invested in your growth. Have a sense of ownership in your delivery, in your work, and in your career. The likely salary range for this position is $130,000 - $145,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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