Saalex

Engineering and IT services for defense

Senior Computer Network Architect

Network Engineering & AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSt Inigoes, MD, USA$100k - $183k

About the Job

Requirements

At least seven years of experience is required.
At least five years of experience must include network design and analysis related to military C6ISR systems.
At least two years of experience must include management or supervisory work, or the candidate must have completed DAU DCWF 651 Enterprise Architect - Advanced Playlist training.
A Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering from an ABET-accredited or NCAE-designated institution is required, or the candidate must hold one of the listed certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA), GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD), GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP), or Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP).
A Top Secret security clearance is required; an interim clearance is acceptable. The position may require Top Secret/SCI, with an interim clearance acceptable. Clearance eligibility requires U.S. citizenship and a security investigation.

Responsibilities

Design and implement computer and information networks, including local area networks, wide area networks, intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks.
Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures; design network and computer security measures as needed.
Research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software as needed.
Apply engineering and computer networking principles to develop, design, integrate, and field hardware and software systems associated with local, regional, and wide area networks, and systems that process and route voice, video, data, and imagery information.
Analyze and evaluate networking requirements; design and develop network topologies and architectures, including hardware and software identification, network testing and evaluation, operational and performance analysis, network upgrades and modifications, and implementation of network security and information assurance measures.

Senior Computer Network Architects

Saalex · Saint Inigoes, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-06

Salary: USD 100,000–183,000

Workplace: hybrid

Department: BD/Proposals

Description

Saalex Corporation is seeking a Senior Computer Network Architect in Saint Inigoes, MD. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.

Position Type: Full-Time/Contingent

Salary: $100K-$183K (depending on experience)

Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

**Onsite Requirements: Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite at Saint Inigoes, MD.

Essential Functions:

The ideal candidate will have experience with designing and implementing computer and information networks such as LANs, WANs, intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks.
Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures.
May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
Apply engineering and computer networking principles to the development, design, integration, and fielding of hardware and software systems associated with local, regional, and WANs and systems that process and route voice, video, data, and imagery information.
Efforts include analysis and evaluation of networking requirements and the design and development of network topologies and architectures to include hardware and software identification, network test and evaluation, operational and performance analysis, network upgrades and modifications, and implementation of network security and information assurance measures.

Requirements

Required:

Minimum seven years of experience required.
At least five of those years must have included network design and analysis related to military C6ISR systems.
At least two of those years must have included management or supervisory experience OR completed DAU DCWF 651 Enterprise Architect - Advanced Playlist training.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering from an ABET accredited or NCAE designated institution.

OR hold the following certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Officer (C)ISSO)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA)
GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD)
GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP)
Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)

Security Clearance:

Top Secret (Interim acceptable), position may require Top Secret/SCI (Interim acceptable). Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

Employer Paid Health Care Plans for Employees & Family
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Stock Option Benefit

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About the Company

Saalex

Engineering and IT services for defense

Saalex Solutions provides engineering and IT services focused on defense and government clients. It supports test range operations and management, engineering and logistics, data analytics and business intelligence, and IT services. The company differentiates itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned organization with extensive government experience, prime and subcontracting capabilities, and a nationwide footprint with offices in California, Florida, and Washington. Its goal is to help national defense and other agencies carry out complex operations reliably by delivering practical, technically capable services and data-driven solutions tailored to mission needs.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Camarillo, CA
Founded: 1999

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