Network Solution Architect

ob Title: Network Solution Architect
Location: WASHINGTON, District of Columbia-Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract

About Us:
DMV IT Service, headquartered in Washington, DC, is a premier provider of tailored IT solutions and staffing services nationwide. We specialize in delivering expert IT support, robust cybersecurity measures, and custom website and application development to enhance business efficiency and security. Our commitment extends to aligning top-tier talent with organizations, ensuring that our clients achieve their technological and operational objectives.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Network Solution Architect - Senior to support multiple IT projects across our organization. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction and define architectural solutions that align with business objectives. This role requires a visionary who can set project directions, build consensus, and drive solution implementation from concept to execution.

Requirements

• Develop and present conceptual and solution architectures to senior staff, business stakeholders, and the Enterprise Architecture Review Council.
• Ensure applications and servers adhere to best practices, maximizing reusability and alignment with business needs.
• Act as a Change Agent, promoting enhanced methodologies and newer technologies within the team.
• Lead all stages of the project life cycle, from initial kickoff through requirements analysis, design, and implementation.
• Collaborate with the Enterprise Architecture Review Council to secure approvals, gain insights, and ensure sustainable service and application solutions.
• Drive the adoption of architectural modeling, service-oriented architecture, and enterprise information management best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; specialized training in relevant areas.
• 8-15 years of experience across multiple IT domains, with 5-7 years in technology architecture.
• Proficiency with Network Access Control (NAC), Cisco ISE, and Cisco DNA.
• Strong knowledge of EA frameworks, networking technologies, and experience in SOA and enterprise services.
• Transportation industry experience preferred.