Advanced Protection Solutions Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

The Opportunity:

An exceptional opportunity exists for a Solution Architect with a strong background in designing, deploying, and optimizing complex enterprise network infrastructures. In this role, you will develop solution architecture (SA) and resolve complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements analysis, expertise support, and project supervision. You will apply advanced advisory skills or extensive technical expertise with full industry knowledge. You'll develop innovative solutions to complex problems, work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

What You'll Work On:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable enterprise network and wireless solutions.
• Design, configure, and maintain foundational network services such as DNS, DHCP, NTP, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
• Design and deploy wireless LANs using HPE Aruba technologies, including ClearPass, EdgeConnect, and AirWave.
• Develop and enforce security architectures using Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama.
• Develop detailed architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation roadmaps.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to network design and performance.
• Provide expert guidance during troubleshooting, network migrations, and performance tuning efforts.
• Ensure designs meet high availability, security, compliance, and performance standards.
• Develop and maintain enterprise standards, policies, and procedures for network architecture.
• Lead clients' engagements and interactions.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise network architecture
• Experience designing complex wireless network for the DoD
• Experience designing and securing networks with Palo Alto firewalls
• Experience designing and deploying DoD-compliant implementations of PKI, DNS, DHCP, or NTP
• Experience with cloud networking, including Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Experience with DoD network deployments, STIGs, and IA compliance standards
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, 802.1X, SD-WAN, and wireless RF design
• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies such as Aruba EdgeConnect and orchestrator
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with RF engineering and systems integration
• Experience with test procedures and test reports
• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools such as Python and Ansible
• Master's degree in CS or Engineering
• CompTIA Network+, Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.