The Chief Architect has demonstrated experience designing, architecting, and managing large scale network infrastructures, and is responsible for all the technology of an Enterprise Zero Trust Architecture deployment. The Chief Architect leads an Engineering team comprised of Network, System, and Deployment Engineers, OEM badged SMEs, and subcontractors. The Chief Architect should be able to define project objectives, create implementation plans, coordinate resources, manage timelines, and mitigate risks throughout the implementation lifecycle. This position requires an understanding of Zero Trust architectures, SASE frameworks, and SD-WAN technologies. The candidate should be familiar with industry standards, protocols, and best practices related to these areas. Having a strong background in network architecture, security protocols, and infrastructure design is crucial. The Chief Architect should have experience in implementing secure network solutions, including firewalls, routers, VPNs, encryption, intrusion detection systems, and authentication mechanisms. Knowledge of cloud platforms and services is important, familiarity with cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is valuable. Should be well-versed in SD-WAN concepts, including traffic routing, load balancing, Quality of Service (QoS), and WAN optimization. Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles for authentication, authorization, and access control including designing and implementing IAM solutions, technologies like single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privilege management. The lead architect should be able to collaborate with stakeholders, present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences and provide guidance to the implementation team. They should also be able to align business requirements with technical solutions. **Responsibilities** + Design, configure, and test Zero Trust solutions. + Perform troubleshooting and support activities as part of program delivery. + Provide guidance, oversight, and direction for the application of Zero Trust Architecture. + Lead discovery and design workshops for highly innovative products and solutions. + Support physical installation of network and security devices, either in person or remotely. + Lead network assessment projects and provide oversight for Engineering staff members in the development and presentation of findings and recommendations. + Communicate progress and status of deliverables to customer and technical teams. + Maintain technical acumen and apply as necessary. **Qualifications** + 10+ years of network/security implementation and/or management experience required. + Strong understanding of network routing and switching protocols required. + Demonstrated experience with WAN and backbone network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, etc.) required. + Experience working with DoD customers and knowledge of DoD polices and processes. + Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy-to-understand manner. + Active Secret clearance. **Desired Qualifications:** + Experience with next generation firewall technology (Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, Versa etc.). + Experience with cloud (AWS, Azure, GC, etc.) network and/or security. + Certificates within network/security domain (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, etc.). + Familiarity with DISA's guidelines, such as Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs). + Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information Systems. **Job ID** 2024-13988 **Work Type** Remote **Company Description** **Work Where it Matters** Tundra Federal, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At Tundra Federal, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. **For our shareholders,** Tundra Federal provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. **For our government customers,** Tundra Federal delivers agile information technology solutions to implement and evolve IT infrastructures to achieve and advance functionality, efficiency, security, and compliance. **As a Tundra Federal employee,** you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).