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Computer Network Architect

Synergy
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, North Carolina, Elizabeth City
Jun 06, 2025
Description

NOTE: This role is contingent on the contract being awarded.

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy's core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.

Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including group medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with immediately vested company match, PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition and training reimbursement, fitness/wellness reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and life management programs.

At Synergy, you'll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven-if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you!

Synergy is seeking aComputer Network Architectto support the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC)-Information Systems Division (ISD). The Computer Network Architect will design, implement, and secure enterprise network infrastructure in support of DevSecOps, Agile methodologies, and the USCG's 24/7 operational needs. This role is critical in maintaining connectivity, optimizing network performance, ensuring system availability, and meeting federal cybersecurity and compliance standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient LAN/WAN/Cloud architectures to support ALC-ISD operational and platform technology environments.
  • Evaluate and implement network and infrastructure solutions by DHS, DoD, and USCG policies, including STIGs and FedRAMP compliance.
  • Integrate cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) with on-premise systems, ensuring secure and optimized hybrid networking solutions.
  • Perform system diagnostics and analyze root causes to resolve complex connectivity, bandwidth, and infrastructure issues.
  • Manage IP address space, subnets, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), VPNs, firewalls, and network segmentation for secure enclaves and mission-critical systems.
  • Support continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and remediation of network assets as directed by ISSOs and ATO compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, and Operations teams to design secure architectures for classified and unclassified environments.
  • Maintain system availability through proper configuration and support of SAN, PIT/OT infrastructure, and failover/redundancy mechanisms.
  • Provide lifecycle support for networking equipment, including requirements analysis, design documentation, installation, patching, maintenance, and decommissioning.
  • Support 24/7 operational readiness, including on-call troubleshooting, after-hours maintenance, and system upgrades or outage support.
  • Document network diagrams, configurations, SOPs, and technical reports to support audits, disaster recovery, and system accreditation.
  • Provide training and tier-3 support to helpdesk personnel and end users on network-related tools and procedures.
  • All other duties as assigned by management.
Skills/Qualifications:
  • Advanced knowledge of network protocols, topologies, and security frameworks.
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise-level routers, switches, firewalls, and network monitoring tools.
  • Experience with telecommunications systems, VPN, VoIP, and video conferencing network integration.
  • Familiarity with FedRAMP, RMF, NIST 800-53, DHS 4300A policies, and cybersecurity control implementation.
  • Working knowledge of cloud networking in AWS and Azure.
  • Familiarity with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow or Remedy.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and project coordination skills.
  • Ability to manage and secure large enterprise environments with mission-critical uptime requirements.
Education/Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Computer Science, Math, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Two (2) years of directly relevant experience may substitute for one (1) year of formal education.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience planning and designing data communication networks.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience performing security remediation to systems with vulnerabilities based on security scans.
  • At least one (1) year of experience in an Agile DevSecOps software and engineering environment and Methodologies.
  • At least one (1) year of experience with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
  • At least one (1) year of experience supporting infrastructure in a federal or DoD environment.
Clearance:
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.
Certification Requirement
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Additional certifications (Network+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, ITIL Foundation, Cisco CCNA/CCNP) are a plus.
Work Location:
  • Elizabeth City, NC - On-Site

Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Essential Job Function Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of this position are critical in evaluating the qualifications and abilities of an applicant or employee. The physical efforts needed to perform the essential duties of this job 90% of the time are repetitive motions, grasping, holding, and finger dexterity of the hands, reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, color distinction, and full visual abilities, hearing, talking, sitting, and use of IT equipment, phones, and office machines.

To a reduced degree, <30% of the time, candidates may have to stand, walk, lift 0-30 pounds, push or pull objects, climb stairs, bend, squat, reach, drive a car, or work overtime.

Synergy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against applicants for employment or its employees on the basis of age, race (including hair texture/style), creed, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, medical condition, pregnancy (childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, personal appearance, organ donation and hair length associated with race, genetic information or characteristics, family responsibilities, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, political affiliation, arrest records and criminal convictions, credit information, matriculation, homeless status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon these protected categories is expressly prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including job selection, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.

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