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# nNetwork Security Tools Engineer

- **Company:** Nabout Leidos
- **Location:** Suitland-Silver Hill, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Administration, Windows PowerShell, Security Software, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Scripting, Google Cloud, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Firewalls (Computer Science), Falcon Platform, Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Cisco, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/356682/network-security-tools-engineer-maryland-md-suitland

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant professional experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant professional experience. Equivalent practical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, as permitted by contract requirements.\n
 * Active TS/SCI security clearance in DISS.\n
 * Hands on experience supporting information security, network administration, cybersecurity engineering, or enterprise security tools.\n
 * Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, routing, and network security architecture.\n
 * Experience administering or supporting enterprise cybersecurity technologies such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Elastic, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, Wireshark, SteelCloud, or similar platforms.\n
 * Experience working with network and enterprise operating systems, including Linux and Windows.\n
 * Experience troubleshooting complex network, system, or cybersecurity tool issues.\n
 * Ability to work effectively with technical teams in a mission critical enterprise environment.\n, * Active DoD 8570 compliant industry certification listed under CSSP Infrastructure Support such as SecurityX, CISSP, CASP, etc., or the ability to obtain the required certification within 30 days of hire.\n, * Experience with IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint detection and response, firewalls, packet capture, network visibility, or security orchestration technologies.\n
 * Experience with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar technologies.\n
 * Familiarity with cloud networking and security controls within AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform environments.\n
 * Experience integrating cybersecurity tools with automation or Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response platforms.\n
 * Experience supporting cybersecurity operations or Security Operations Center environments.\n

## Description

* Vendor specific certifications from Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Splunk, or similar technology providers.