Cyber Security Engineer (Network Security)

Cherokee Federal
Springfield, VA, United States
22 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$155,000.0
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Windows Unix Cyber Security System Configuration Intrusion Detection Systems Network Security Microsoft Office Microsoft Visio Network Architecture Microsoft PowerPoint
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VMware Virtualization Load Balancing Firewalls (Computer Science) Juniper Information Technology 3-tier Architectures Cisco

Job description

  • Work with both corporate and customer leadership to research, analyze, and implement enterprise-wide network security solutions/capabilities/enhancements to support customer business/mission goals and objectives.
  • Assists with designs, analyses, tests, and implementation of state-of-the-art secure network architectures.
  • Conducts risk assessment and provides design recommendations.
  • Manage WAN, LAN, CAN, and remote network security as well as support Tier 3 incident and problem management.
  • Oversee security infrastructure sustainment, maintenance, and advanced configuration. (firewalls, F5 load balancers, web gateways, mail gateways, IDS, and management tools).
  • Oversee the reporting, documentation, and investigation of all security-related incidents; lead the development and implementation of corrective measures.
  • Responsible for the development and execution of standard operating procedures for security tools.
  • Evaluate and report on new network Security technologies to enhance the capabilities of the network.
  • Act as liaison to the contract and customer management and government Designated Approving Authority (DAA) about all network security status, policies, and procedures.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Current TS/SCI security clearance with the willingness and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Related work experience considered instead of degree)
  • Minimum of six (6) years related technical experience in Network Security and experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a highly diverse environment
  • Required Certifications:
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification. (Security + minimum to start)
  • Must obtain a CSSP Infrastructure Support certification within 6 months of the date of hire.
  • Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance
  • Ability to work weekends and evening hours as needed
  • Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to develop analytical documents and present oral presentations to senior/executive management
  • Proficient in MS Office suite - Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
  • Travel up to 15% of the time CONUS, maybe occasional OCONUS
  • Understanding and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions.
  • Expert knowledge of IP services
  • Experience in providing status reports and products to senior management and customers
  • Experience with Juniper SRX, Palo Alto Firewall, F5 Load Balancer, Cisco FTD/ASA
  • Experience with plans, designs, and evaluations of security systems and architectures.
  • Experience with Unix, RHELS OS, Windows Enterprise AD architecture, and VMWare virtualization experience
  • Ability to develop new concepts and processes.
  • Ability to analyze root causes and resolve issues.
  • Ability to support junior level technicians and specialists in their activities.
  • Ability to perform all tasks of lower level technicians or specialists.
  • Ability to work individually, actively participate on integrated teams, and lead a task, project or team.
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits & conditions

$150,00-$155,000: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

About the company

Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Preting, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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