Sr. Principal Network Domain Architect

• Typically requires a University Degree in a related technical discipline and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced networking certification, such as CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent.
• Deep expertise in enterprise networking, including routing/switching, LAN/WAN, data center networking, and cloud networking.
• Advanced knowledge of BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VPNs, and SDN.
• Experience designing secure network architectures, including Zero Trust, SD-WAN, and SASE/SSE.
• Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS cloud networking.
• Experience with network automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), APIs, and CI/CD.
• Experience developing enterprise architecture standards, reference architectures, and technology roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of secure-by-design principles and regulated-environment security requirements.
• TS Clearance Required

• TOGAF and CSSIP certifications.
• Master's degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Advanced networking certifications, such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent.
• Cloud networking certifications for Azure, AWS, or equivalent platforms.
• Experience with SASE/SSE, SD-WAN, network security, and network management platforms.
• Experience architecting networks within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, telecommunications, or other regulated enterprise environments.
• Experience working with ITAR/EAR, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), NIST 800-171/53, DFARS, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and/or CMMC requirements.
• Experience leading technology innovation, proofs of concept, and emerging-technology initiatives.
• Experience with AI fabric networking, advanced data center fabrics, or edge networking.
• Experience supporting the Defense Industrial Base, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of War (DoW), and/or Intelligence Community environments.
• Proven experience serving as the lead architect for major enterprise network transformations or cloud connectivity initiatives.
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture modeling and repository tools, including architecture visualization capabilities.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market-leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services team:

As a Sr. Principal Classified Network Domain Architect, you will lead enterprise-wide network architecture across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, edge, and secure-access environments, with a primary focus on RTX Classified Enterprise Network Architecture. You will establish strategic direction, architecture standards, and modernization roadmaps while driving secure, scalable, and compliant network solutions that support RTX's mission-critical services and enterprise transformation initiatives.

• →Lead enterprise network architecture across classified and unclassified environments, including on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and edge networks.
• →Establish network architecture standards, reference designs, security patterns, and modernization roadmaps.
• →Architect secure network solutions across LAN/WAN, data centers, cloud networking, Zero Trust, SDN, SD-WAN, and SASE/SSE.
• →Partner with Cloud, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to align architecture with enterprise and security requirements.
• →Drive network automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategies to improve provisioning and operational efficiency.
• →Evaluate emerging technologies, lead proofs of concept, and guide major network modernization initiatives.
• →Influence enterprise technology decisions and provide architectural direction to executive and engineering stakeholders.

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This is a hybrid role, Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.