Insider Threat Program Mid Network Engineer

We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for anInsider Threat Program Mid Network Engineer to join a leading Company located in theLorton, VA surrounding area., + Support the ITP network infrastructure, perform all routine maintenance activities, provide guidance on upgrades and system recapitalization, perform availability/capacity management.

• Oversee High Speed Guard Cross Domain solution that supports the transfer of data between multiple classification domains.

• Support all documentation to effectively capture the configuration baseline . Design and support system recapitalization plans to account for capacity growth and changes as directed by the customer.

• Serve as the subject matter expert on all ITP network infrastructure.

Candidate must possess an Active Top Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI., + Bachelor’s degree and ( 4 to 8) years of prior relevant experience or Master’s with (4)+ years of prior relevant experience.

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

• Engineering, deployment, and operations of LAN and WAN Switches, and firewalls, ensuring seamless integration into existing network infrastructure.

• Working knowledge of defense-in-depth principles, network/HW/SW security architecture, network topology, IT device integrity, and common security elements.

• Installs, configures, and maintains equipment including Cisco network and FW gear Cisco 2900, 4500, 9300, 9400, 6800 and Nexus 9000, and Cisco Firepower , ASA.

• Experience with and proven methods for managing the information security incident lifecycle, including incident response, mitigation, post-action reporting, and mapping a path forward.

• Network Management experience with SolarWinds, or WhatsUP Gold, NetQoS, and NetBrain.

• Cross-platform familiarity and experience with VMWARE, Linux, Microsoft Server and AD.

• Build firewall policies and optimized rule sets for improved efficiency and threat prevention.

• Deploy new network configuration to meet NIST/FISMA/STIG compliance requirements.

• Support ATO reviews and Audits.

• Ability to obtain DHS EOD SCI.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in IT Management, Engineering, or related field.

• Proven experience (4 to 8+ years) in IT service delivery management.

• Experience with User Activity Monitoring products and platforms.

• Experience with Everfox High Speed Guard Platform.

• Experience with Cisco, Juniper LAN/WAN network infrastructure. Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls.

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - Security.

• Palo Alto Networks Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE) - PAN-OS 7.0 Version.