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Network Architect jobs are open across enterprise IT, telecommunications, cloud services, healthcare, and financial services, from mid-level to principal and staff engineer, with specializations in cloud networking, software-defined networking, and data center design. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Come make your mark with Watermark!
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We’re intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.
- OUR CORE VALUES drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit PERSPECTIVE, PASSION, COMMUNICATION, INTEGRITY AND ETHICS, and BALANCE in all we do.
Client/Server Network Architect - Senior
Top-level technical expert responsible for design and development of a client/server environment. Develops strategy of client/server system and the design infrastructure necessary to support that strategy. Advises on selection of technological purchases with regards to processing, data storage, data access, and applications development. Sets standards for the client/server relational database structure for the organization (SQL, ORACLE, SYBASE, etc.). Advises of feasibility of potential future projects to management. The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
In this role you will…
- Providing technical expertise and assist with network integration and consolidation efforts across multiple network environments
- Addressing and resolving complex technical problems relating to the installation and upgrade of network hardware and systems
- Interfacing with customers, vendors and other technical staff to analyze business and technical requirements
- Documenting engineering standards, leads in the development of network architecture and engineering designs and changes
- Evaluating current and emerging network technologies, conducts technical assessments and making recommendation to the Chief Engineer
- Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning
- Additional duties as assigned
Experience Requirements:
- 7-9 years related experience
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
Certification Requirements:
- Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire.
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
- Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements:
- Must have expert knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency security policy, manuals and standards.
- Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
- Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
- May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
- Must be able to regularly list up to 50 lbs
- Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
- Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience
- All Level III positions -candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience
Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Come make your mark with Watermark!
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS specializing in security and risk management. We’re intimately familiar with DOD security programs and mission requirements.
- OUR CORE VALUES drive every action we take as a company. We strive to exhibit PERSPECTIVE, PASSION, COMMUNICATION, INTEGRITY AND ETHICS, and BALANCE in all we do.
Client/Server Network Architect - Senior
Top-level technical expert responsible for design and development of a client/server environment. Develops strategy of client/server system and the design infrastructure necessary to support that strategy. Advises on selection of technological purchases with regards to processing, data storage, data access, and applications development. Sets standards for the client/server relational database structure for the organization (SQL, ORACLE, SYBASE, etc.). Advises of feasibility of potential future projects to management. The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide “day-to-day” support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
In this role you will…
- Providing technical expertise and assist with network integration and consolidation efforts across multiple network environments
- Addressing and resolving complex technical problems relating to the installation and upgrade of network hardware and systems
- Interfacing with customers, vendors and other technical staff to analyze business and technical requirements
- Documenting engineering standards, leads in the development of network architecture and engineering designs and changes
- Evaluating current and emerging network technologies, conducts technical assessments and making recommendation to the Chief Engineer
- Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning
- Additional duties as assigned
Experience Requirements:
- 7-9 years related experience
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related area OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
Certification Requirements:
- Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level II or Information Assurance Manager II within 6 months of the date of hire.
Security Clearance Requirements:
- Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
- Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information
- Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
Other Requirements:
- Must have expert knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency security policy, manuals and standards.
- Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
- Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
- May require sedentary work at least 50% of the time
- Must be able to regularly list up to 50 lbs
- Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
- Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- All Level I & Level II positions - candidate should possess some Special Access Program (SAP) experience
- All Level III positions -candidate should possess 2+ years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience
Watermark is an equal opportunity employer. All terms and conditions of employment are established without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Who's Hiring
- Transaction Network Services (TNS)20
- Booz Allen Hamilton7
- Blue Mantis4
- SES3
- SAIC3
Top Industries Hiring
- Telecommunications20
- Technology & Software14
- Manufacturing3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network architect jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related engineering field
- Deep hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper routing, switching, and firewall platforms
- Proficiency designing hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP
- CCNP or CCIE certification, or equivalent vendor-neutral certification such as CompTIA Network+
- Experience with SD-WAN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and zero-trust network segmentation models
- Ability to produce detailed low-level and high-level design documentation for enterprise environments
Tips for Your Network Architect Job Search
Tailor your resume to each stack
Network architect roles vary significantly by technology stack. Highlight Cisco, Juniper, or cloud-native tools that match each specific posting rather than listing every platform you've touched, so your resume reads as a direct fit instead of a general list.
Show design decisions, not just deployments
Hiring managers want to see that you architected solutions, not just installed them. Describe the business problem, the design choices you weighed, and the outcome. Candidates who only list tools they've configured rarely stand out against those who explain why they made specific architectural calls.
Target openings by the environment you know
Filter your search by on-prem, hybrid, or cloud-first environments before applying. Applying to roles where your experience aligns with the infrastructure model saves time and dramatically improves your interview conversion rate versus blanket-applying to every network architect posting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists network architect openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a design whiteboard response
Most network architect interviews include a live design exercise. Practice walking through a multi-site enterprise network or a hybrid cloud topology out loud, explaining your assumptions and tradeoffs. Interviewers assess your reasoning process as much as your final diagram.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Network architect offers often include room to negotiate the role's scope, such as whether you own vendor selection, lead junior engineers, or influence procurement decisions. Clarifying these boundaries before you accept prevents frustration once you're in the seat.
Network Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most network architects?
The companies hiring the most network architects right now include Transaction Network Services (TNS), Booz Allen Hamilton, and Blue Mantis, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in enterprise technology, telecommunications, and large-scale financial services organizations.
How many network architect jobs are remote?
About 41% of network architect openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that much architecture and design work can be done without being on-site. Cloud networking and SD-WAN architecture roles tend to carry the highest remote availability, while data center design and on-premises infrastructure positions more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a network architect?
Start by building deep hands-on experience as a network engineer, mastering routing protocols, switching, firewalls, and at least one cloud platform. Earn a professional-level certification such as CCNP or a cloud networking credential. Move toward design responsibilities by taking on architecture tasks in your current role, documenting your decisions, and demonstrating that you can translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Can you get a network architect job with limited experience?
Getting hired directly as a network architect with limited experience is uncommon because most employers expect several years of hands-on network engineering work first. The most effective path is to build a portfolio of design documentation from real or lab environments, pursue a CCNP or equivalent certification, and target smaller organizations or managed service providers where architects wear multiple hats and junior candidates get more design exposure.
What does the network architect interview process look like?
Most network architect interviews involve an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering protocols and design concepts, and at least one live whiteboard or design exercise where you walk through an architecture for a given scenario. Later rounds typically include a panel with engineering leads and sometimes a hiring manager focused on cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, since architects routinely present designs to non-technical stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to network architect jobs?
You can find and apply to network architect jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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