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Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect

Apex SystemsSan Diego, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 21, 2026

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Job#: 3052737
Job Description:
Lead C2 Datacenter Network Architect
Location: San Diego, California (Onsite) + ~25% Travel Within CONUS
Clearance: Must have an active TS/SCI (SCI Eligible Okay)
Certification: Must have an active Security +
The Opportunity
A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable our clients to achieve their missions. Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. We need a seasoned C2 Datacenter Network Architect who knows how to develop the exact network the Intelligence Community needs. As the lead network architect for our team, you will use your experience in datacenter network architecture and design to support the nation's defense and respond to evolving adversarial threats. You will be responsible for the design and implementation of a critical network datacenter for a high-priority mission partner. You will apply your expertise in software defined networks, transport, and security as you guide our team of problem-solvers to develop tomorrow's next-generation network.
Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience as a network engineering lead or architect for large Enterprise DoD Networks
  • Experience with software defined networks
  • Experience designing highly available datacenter networks with 20+ distributed spoke sites
  • Knowledge of L2-L4 networking across protocols in multi-vendor environments
  • Knowledge of modern network architecture and best practices, including Spine-Leaf
  • HS diploma or GED
  • Must be able and willing to travel ~25% of the time within the continental USA
  • Active Security+ certification
Nice to Have Skills
  • Experience supporting enterprise intelligence networks such as JWICS, JADC2, NC3, or C3BMC
  • Experience planning and provisioning DISN Network Transport
  • Experience implementing Next Generation Firewalls and SD-WAN
  • Experience developing hybrid cloud networks
  • Experience with cross-domain and multi-layer enclave solutions
  • Cisco CCIE Certification

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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