JOB DETAILS

Solutions Architect

CompanyApplied Network Solutions Inc
LocationAnnapolis Junction
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 22, 2026
About The Company
We operate at the intersection of network engineering and cybersecurity, providing secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures for our customers. Our talented and driven network and security experts, called ANSers, have designed, engineered, and implemented the next generation of enterprise networks for customers with some of the most critical needs. Together, we’ve created security solutions that protect our national assets and secure our way of life.
About the Role

Description

Who we are:

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.


What we do:

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.


Why ANS:

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.


Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph cleared Information Technology Senior Consultant - Level 5 to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.

Requirements

Position Details:

This position will perform as a consultant in highly specialized, leading edge information technologies and methodologies as well as provide highly technical and specialized guidance concerning automated solutions to complex information processing problems.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage the project work as defined by the government.
  • Lead medium to large complex projects and major phases of very large projects.
  • Provide highly technical and specialized guidance and solutions to complex IT problems.

Requirements:

Must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

  • High School Diploma/GED and 20 years of relevant experience
  • Associate’s degree and 15 years of relevant experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • IAT I or II Certification

Additional Requirements:

  • Familiar with Rancher/RKE
  • Familiar with Docker
  • Familiar with Yaml
  • Familiar with Helm
  • Familiar with Linux
  • Familiar with Python
  • Familiar with Anisble
  • Familiar with Active Directory
  • Familiar with Nessus
  • Familiar with Git
  • Familiar with Gitlab
  • Familiar with Nginx

Benefits:

ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:

  • Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
  • Pet Discount Program
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Maternity/ Paternity Leave
  • Supplemental Military Leave Pay
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
  • Generous Professional Development Program
  • 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
  • Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
  • Potential for Paid Overtime
  • Flexible Work Schedules


Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00 USD.

Key Skills
Rancher/RKEDockerYamlHelmLinuxPythonAnsibleActive DirectoryNessusGitGitlabNginxTS/SCI ClearancePolygraphIAT I or II Certification
Categories
TechnologySecurity & SafetyConsultingEngineeringGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Family Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoveragePet Discount ProgramPaid Time OffMaternity/Paternity LeaveSupplemental Military Leave Pay11 Paid Holidays401(k) Plan With 6% Company ContributionProfessional Development ProgramShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceSupplemental Whole Life InsuranceReferral Bonus ProgramAnnual Allowance For ANS SwagPotential For Paid OvertimeFlexible Work Schedules
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Manage and lead medium to large complex IT projects as defined by the government. Provide highly technical guidance and specialized solutions to complex information processing problems.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$100,000 - $165,000
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
53
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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