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**Job Description:**



Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Network Architect with a strong background in System Security to develop and deploy architectures and bring the systems through to Authority to Operate. This challenging work will require an innovative candidate with a strong background in Security Engineering and Network Architecture. If this sounds like you, let's chat!



**Responsibilities include:**



+ Lead the definition, design and documentation of technical environments.

+ Deploy solution architectures.

+ Conduct analysis of alternative architectures.

+ Create architectural standards.

+ Define processes to ensure conformance with standards.

+ Institute solution-testing criteria.

+ Define a solution's cost of ownership.

+ And promote a clear and consistent business vision through technical architectures.



**Here's what you need:**



+ Five (5) years' experience in building or architecting multi-user computer networks.

+ Five (5) years' experience with network emulation in virtual settings.

+ Five (5) years' experience with network security.

+ Five (5) years' experience administering networks with diverse operating systems.

+ Five (5) years' experience with network orchestration and automation.

+ Five (5) years' experience with installing network hardware and software in ICD503 environments.

+ Five (5) years' experience developing scope, schedules, and cost estimates.

+ Five (5) years' experience consulting with customers to determine present and future user needs.

+ Five (5) years' experience analyzing, evaluating, designing and recommending network and cabling infrastructure architecture.

+ Five (5) years' experience performing regression and unit and acceptance testing (UAT).



**Bonus points if you have:**



+ Relevant Network Architecture or Security Engineering certifications.

+ Master's Degree in a Computer related subject.



**Security Clearance:**



+ An active TS/SCI with a Polygraph is required to start



Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below andinformation on benefits offered is here. (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/your-future-rewards-benefits)



**Role Location: Range of Starting Pay for role**



California: $122,600 - $198,800



Colorado: $122,600 - $171,700



New York City: $141,800 - $198,800



Washington: $160,500 - $182,800






**Eligibility Requirements**



US Citizenship required.



**Important information**



Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Accenture Federal Services



Accenture Federal Services is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role. Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.






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