Chief Network Architect – Sentinel Program (Part-time)

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!   At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.   Job Description: A Sr. Network Architect SME is required to support the Sentinel Program with hands-on technical expertise in communications network architecture, including design, evaluation, and integration of secure, resilient infrastructure supporting strategic defense systems. The role will provide high-level expertise in the design, evaluation, and integration of highly resilient, secure, and mission-critical communications infrastructure supporting strategic defense systems. What You'll Be Doing: Engage in senior-level architectural support for Sentinel program communications and network systems. Evaluate and advise on resilient, secure, and redundant communications architectures supporting national security missions. Support program leadership in reviewing network concepts, requirements, and integration approaches. Contribute independent technical expertise during design reviews and architecture assessments. Advise and engage in modernization strategies, risk mitigation, and system resiliency for critical communications networks. What Required Skills You'll Bring: Minimum Qualifications Minimum 35 years of experience in critical communications network architecture. Demonstrated experience supporting strategic defense or nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) environments or comparable mission-critical systems. Extensive background in secure, high-availability, and hardened communications infrastructure. Proven ability to provide senior advisory support to large government programs. Ability to obtain and maintain required U.S. Government security clearance Security Clearance Requirement: None This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $71.30 - $128.32 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.