Network Solutions Architect - ADMS

About the role

Leidos is seeking an experienced Network Solutions Architect to support large information technology projects for our Utility Technologies Solutions team. This role will drive the execution and delivery of IT projects for our electric utility client, ensuring successful project delivery while adhering to Leidos' Mission, Vision, and Values. The position supports a major Utility Hardware Upgrade initiative focused on modernizing network infrastructure and improving real-time operational reliability.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design new enterprise network environments utilizing Cisco routing, switching, and security technologies.
• Develop comprehensive network security architectures, standards, and implementation roadmaps.
• Create detailed network diagrams, firewall schematics, data flow diagrams, and implementation documentation.
• Lead greenfield and modernization projects from architecture through deployment.
• Build, configure, and integrate supporting server infrastructure required for network and security solutions.
• Cook up infrastructure integration activities across network, server, cybersecurity, and application teams.
• Support deployment and commissioning of operational technology (OT) and ADMS environments.
• Develop test plans, validation procedures, and implementation strategies for network and security solutions.
• Coordinate system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and operational readiness activities with ADMS teams.
• Perform security assessments, risk analysis, and architecture reviews to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting, cutovers, and production implementations.
• Collaborate with vendors, engineering teams, cybersecurity teams, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support operational excellence through adherence to established Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 8+ years of experience working as a network architect with experience in designing and documenting enterprise network architecture.
• Strong experience designing firewall architectures and network segmentation strategies.
• Experience building and integrating Windows and/or Linux server environments.
• Knowledge of enterprise cybersecurity frameworks and secure network design principles.
• Experience coordinating testing, deployment, and validation activities across multiple technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with utility operational systems such as ADMS, SCADA, OMS, DMS, DERMS, or GIS.
• Understanding of secure OT/IT integration, telemetry communications, and grid operations environments.
• Experience with high-availability architectures, disaster recovery, and resilient network design.
• Knowledge of NERC CIP, IEC 62443, or other critical infrastructure security standards.
• Prior experience working within utilities or other highly regulated industries preferred.

Location

This position is based in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Qualified candidates must reside within a commutable distance and be able to work onsite at client offices three days per week.

Pay

This position pays a salary in the range of $155,000 to $175,000 annually.

Qualifications

Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.