Solutions Architect 4

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Solutions Architect 4 (SA-4) to join Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)'s Special Security IT & Cyber Operations (SSO-3) team. In this role, you will perform network and systems architecture deployment and documentation for critical classified networks accredited by DOE-IN in support of multiple Strategic Intelligence Partnership Projects. You will be responsible for working with the Cybersecurity Team, Linux Team, Network Team, and Windows Team to perform architecture deployments both onsite and offsite, while creating robust process documentation sets in support of audit readiness.

This position plays a critical role in protecting national security systems and ensuring compliance with federal and intelligence community cybersecurity frameworks. The optimal candidate will have experience with both full-stack IT deployments and DOE / NNSA Cybersecurity requirements. Initial duties include modernization of hardware and software across disciplines to first perform offsite IT modernization, followed by full-enterprise infrastructure modernization at local sites to ensure audit readiness and compliance.

As a member of the Special Security IT & Cyber Operations (SSO-3) team, your responsibilities will include:

• Architecting, provisioning, deploying, and maintaining compliant and accredited infrastructure to local and remote sites:
• Networking equipment (firewalls, switches, routers)
• Windows-based clients
• All other intermediary components as required for unique site needs (VTC, VOIP, unique peripherals / scientific equipment)
• Integration with peer technical and compliance teams, including Cybersecurity, to develop secure and compliant solutions to meet IC requirements:
• Gap analysis - Identification of process or policy gaps per recent IC guidance
• Creation of IT policies, procedures, or modernization projects to meet gaps
• Cybersecurity collaboration to implement upcoming requirements
• Highest-tier escalation of IT issues and problems spanning multiple disciplines.
• Providing technical leadership through mentorship and technical oversight of junior staff (CSP1-4, NP1-4).
  
  

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Extensive experience managing both SCIF and SAPF environments for sponsors with varying requirements and implementation preferences.
• Expert-level knowledge of secure network deployments, specifically with Cisco and Windows components.
• Expert-level knowledge of compliance and best-practices for IC networks.
• Proven ability to lead and execute complex deployments of networks to both local and remote-managed sites.
• Experience participating in change management for accredited systems.
• Deep understanding of secure systems engineering and cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and effectively manage competing priorities in high-consequence environments.
• Expert knowledge and demonstrated application of current and future network, telecommunication, data management, security, hardware, software development, and systems programming technologies, how they interoperate, and how to architect complex solutions.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational and project management skills.
• Demonstrated team-building experience with technologists.
  
  

Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

At this level, advanced professional certification or postgraduate study is expected.

Desired Qualifications:

• Additional expert-level knowledge: Secure deployments including Cloud and Linux, specifically AWS/C2E and RHEL.
• Secure Systems Integration: Knowledge of cross-domain solutions (CDS), COMSEC, data flow protections for classified workloads, firewall implementations (Palo Alto), IPS / IDS (Cisco), and secure VOIP (CUCM).
• AI tooling experience
• Leadership and Mentorship: Proven experience mentoring technical staff, leading teams, and managing cybersecurity projects in mission-critical environments.
• Technical Innovation: Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and deploy emerging networking tools and technologies.
• Education: Graduate degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering Management, Networking, or Systems Engineering preferred.
• Technical Certifications: CCNP, CSSP, ITIL, TACLANE Encryptor Operator preferred.
• Security Certifications: Security+, CISSP, CAP, CISM, or comparable professional cybersecurity certification preferred.
• Clearance: Active DOE Q or DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
  
  

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
  
  

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q/SCI (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility Requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
  
  

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.