Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Architect to support a federal program onsite in Honolulu, HI. The Network Architect will be responsible for managing the risk of operating a network including DoD and Army compliance requirements of the DODIN-AP network. It will include A&A management for 11 separate networks. This role requires an active Top Secret clearance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE NETWORK ARCHITECT:

• 10+ years of experience applying DoD and Army cybersecurity policies to IT projects.
• 5+ years of program-level cybersecurity management, including planning and coordination of network/system security.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Experience with Army tactical communications, Mission Partner Environment (MPE), and USARPAC AOR.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
• Active IAM Level III certification required at start (e.g., GSLC, CISM, CISSP or Associate).
• Final hiring contingent on customer approval.
• Skilled in presenting and advocating technical solutions to senior leadership.
• Active Top Secret clearance.

• Lead architecture design for classified and unclassified HQ PACAF networks, including future-state planning.
• Advise leadership on technology selection, network optimization, and capability enhancements.
• Assess enterprise architecture against mission needs, capacity, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Develop and present engineering plans, cost-benefit analyses, and risk assessments for major upgrades.
• Design strategies for data center operations, disaster recovery, and wireless network expansion.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and long-term engineering planning aligned with operational goals.
• Evaluate network topology and protocols to ensure scalability, security, and integration.
• Provide technical recommendations to support evolving IT and mission requirements.
• Oversee design compliance and risk assessments for cross-domain and coalition connectivity.
• Conduct site surveys to assess infrastructure readiness for network upgrades and expansion.