Network Architect (CISCO)

Network Architect

Fort Gordon, GA • On-site • Senior

Clearance: TS/SCI

Ascension Federal Services, Inc. (AFS) is seeking candidates to support a Scalable GEOINT program. Design and sustain secure network connectivity between GEOINT systems, data centers, and distributed mission locations.

Responsibilities

Design LAN/WAN architectures, assess capacity, and plan resilient connectivity.

Configure and troubleshoot Cisco networks, including Nexus switches and data-center interconnections.

Support communications links, routing, and authorized cryptographic/COMSEC integration.

Apply security hardening, maintain device firmware, and resolve vulnerabilities through approved processes.

Maintain diagrams and configuration records; coordinate changes with engineers and mission partners.

Required qualifications

10+ years in network architecture; bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. Extensive complex-network design and implementation experience and deep network-security knowledge.

Desired: Cisco certifications, CCNA or higher.

Security and assignment requirements

Final Top Secret clearance required at start of work. This is a TS/SCI mission; SCI access is subject to customer requirements. Meet applicable cyber workforce certification and computing-environment training requirements before performance/privileged access.

On-site assignment; shift, weekend, on-call, and travel support may be required. Employment is contingent on contract award and position authorization.