Principal Network Architect (Richmond)

This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role.

Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What is the Government Services Team and why join?

Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence community markets. We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission‑critical systems.

Location: Alexandria, VA (fully on-site)

What will you be doing?

WWT is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Architect to join the USCG team that will be responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs. A successful candidate will be technically well‑rounded, producing quality work with special attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as the principal network architect responsible for evaluating and optimizing enterprise network designs.
• Reviews and analyzes current network architecture, performance metrics, and infrastructure to identify bottlenecks and assess capacity for current and future business needs.
• Designs and recommends scalable architectural improvements focused on performance, reliability, and security.
• Ensures all network solutions align with long‑term strategic and organizational objectives.
• Conducts ongoing research into emerging technologies, including new hardware, software, and protocols.
• Performs technical evaluations, cost‑benefit analyses, and proof‑of‑concept testing to validate proposed innovations.
• Provides expert technical leadership within the work group, leveraging deep knowledge in specialized technology domains.

Required Qualifications

• Secret clearance required
• Typically requires 12+ years of relevant network engineering or architecture experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related technology field
• Possesses an industry‑recognized advanced networking certification

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Preferred locations: On site in Alexandria, VA

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $185,000.00 to $195,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well‑being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full‑time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

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