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Role Description

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the architecture and optimization of advanced network observability and cybersecurity solutions within a large-scale enterprise environment. You will design and implement high-performance network monitoring infrastructures, integrating packet broker technologies with security and analytics platforms. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure reliable traffic visibility, enhanced threat detection, and scalable system performance across distributed environments.

• Architect and implement advanced network observability solutions using Keysight Ixia packet broker technologies.
• Design configurations to aggregate, filter, and distribute network traffic efficiently to monitoring and security platforms.
• Lead integrations between network infrastructure and security tools such as Splunk, ForeScout, and intrusion prevention systems to strengthen threat detection capabilities.
• Manage clustering, port mapping, licensing, and SSL certificate configurations for packet broker appliances.
• Collaborate with incident management and monitoring teams to ensure accurate telemetry flows and optimized network performance.
• Maintain and update monitoring architecture documentation, service registries, and configuration records.
• Define and monitor service-level metrics and KPIs related to critical infrastructure components and business transactions.
• Support infrastructure refresh and upgrade initiatives involving network observability and security platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on architectural standards, security compliance, and operational best practices.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field with 10+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven expertise configuring and managing Keysight Ixia packet brokers (e.g., Vision ONE, Vision X, Ixia Fabric Controller).
• Strong knowledge of network observability, telemetry pipelines, hybrid cloud environments, and enterprise network security architectures.
• Experience integrating monitoring and security platforms such as Splunk, Dynatrace, ForeScout, and ServiceNow.
• Hands-on experience with network performance monitoring, packet analysis, and traffic optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with TLS/SSL remediation, network security frameworks, and enterprise compliance standards.
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Preferred: Experience supporting federal healthcare or government IT environments, knowledge of ServiceNow CMDB, and familiarity with tools such as Palo Alto IPS, NetScout, and Keysight TAPs.
• Ability to pass a Tier 4 / High-level background investigation.

Benefits

• Salary range: $90,730 – $103,500 (depending on experience and location).
• Fully remote work within the United States.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid life insurance and disability coverage (short- and long-term).
• Professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Military leave and additional employee support programs.