Project Overview – PTSS C5ISR Hardware & Software Program

The Lockwood Group supports a C5ISR hardware and software program for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This effort provides product technical support services for systems and equipment produced, fielded, modified, or sustained under PdM Network Modernization (NetMod) and PdM Mission Network within the Project Manager Tactical Network (PM TN), Program Executive Office C3T (PEO C3T).

The program ensures secure, scalable, and mission-ready tactical network capabilities supporting Army modernization and operational effectiveness.

Position Overview

The Computer Network Architect is responsible for the design, planning, and implementation of secure and high-performance network architectures supporting tactical and enterprise communication systems. This role develops scalable network solutions aligned with mission requirements and ensures optimal security, performance, and reliability across complex operational environments.

The position requires strong expertise in network architecture design, capacity planning, protocol selection, and hardware/software integration within DoD environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement secure computer network architectures supporting tactical and enterprise systems
• Develop detailed network blueprints for LANs, WANs, and intranet environments, considering bandwidth, scalability, and security requirements
• Assess mission and program requirements to design efficient data communication systems utilizing routers, switches, firewalls, and network management tools
• Conduct simulations and capacity planning to predict future network needs and identify potential bottlenecks
• Analyze network traffic, monitor performance, and recommend upgrades to optimize functionality
• Ensure network security architecture aligns with mission and compliance requirements
• Research and recommend appropriate network hardware and software solutions
• Produce and review technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and implementation plans
• Provide technical briefings and collaborate with cross-functional engineering and Government stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience 
• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, VCP-NV, or equivalent
• Experience performing simulations and capacity planning
• Experience selecting and recommending network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software tools
• Foundational understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, MPLS)
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supporting computer networking technologies within the Department of Defense
• Experience with routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
• Experience with network automation and scripting
• Experience monitoring and optimizing network performance in secure environments
• Experience supporting programs at Aberdeen Proving Ground

Why Join The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.