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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Security Engineer - **Company:** Boeing Company - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $102,000.0 - $138,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, VMware ESX Servers, OSI Models, Junos, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Microsoft Visio, Multicasting, Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Strategies of Testing, Virtual Local Area Networks, Scripting, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, Routing & Switching, Firewall Services Module, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9082135/network-security-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. * 2 or more years' related work experience. * The position requires an IAT Level II 8570 Compliant Certification such as CompTIA Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc. * Must be a US Citizen and have/maintain a valid US passport. * Must be able to travel to alternate work locations, such as Schriever Space Force Base, to execute job duties such as deployments. * Must understand the OSI Model, TCP/IP, VLANs, UDP Multicast. Must have firewall configuration knowledge such as Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto. * Must have knowledge of ACL design and function. Must have hands on experience with multi-vendor switching/routing (Juniper, Cisco). * Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools. * Must be able to design security configurations and testing procedures. Must be familiar with NIST CVE framework. * Must have experience with virtualization. * Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment with other highly motivated network and system engineers. * Intermediate knowledge of security design, development, and testing methodologies. Experienced in application of standard DOD security practices such as, STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts. * Able to thoroughly document project design and development efforts. * Able to collaborate with other departments to explain network security requirements and compliance. * Able to learn security hardening basics for wide range of niche products, software and applications. * Able to summarize, brief, and recommend solutions to security issues to leadership. Understand basics of VMware and ESXi STIGing/Hardening, * 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. * Scripting knowledge Python, Ansible, PowerShell (Desired) * Solid understanding of JUNOS (Desired) Prior C2BMC experience (Desired), This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. ยง120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee., Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required, This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) ## Description In this role the candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the assessment of compliance of information systems with DoD RMF standards (review, verify and validate required DoD IA RMF documentations and artifacts using DoDI 8510.01/DoD Risk Management Framework). Candidate must have proven experience in developing Cyber-secure Network device configurations (Firewalls, switches, routers). * Candidate will be a primary Network Security Engineer supporting the C2BMC Program. * Candidate will be responsible for planning, deploying, integrating, and testing upgrades to the C2BMC network to operational sites. * Candidate will be required to conduct research on different networking and security related topics independently and produce reports on findings. * Candidate will be required to make sure that the teams devices are STIG's and hardened appropriately. 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