> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/512800-network-operations-systems-engineer-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/512800-network-operations-systems-engineer-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network/Operations - Systems Engineer - Lead - **Company:** Spectraforce - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Apple Mac Systems, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Information Leak Prevention, Data Stores, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Open Web Application Security, Red Team (Cyber Security), Security Information and Event Management, SQL Databases, Software Vulnerability Management, Web Applications, Scripting, Mitre Att&ck, AWS Lambda, Cyber Threat Analysis, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Route53 - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** http://leoforce.us/Careers/Spectraforce/JobDetails.html?jobid=96c4dba5-c0ac-4087-8aba-2cd879bd2548&OrgId=1&UserId=47 ## About the Role * High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification * At least 4 years of experience working in cybersecurity or information technology * At least 4 years of experience with endpoint security * At least 2 years of experience with cloud and container technologies * At least 2 years of experience securing various OS environments (Mac, Microsoft, Linux) * At least 2 years of experience securing developer environments, * 8+ years of experience in security tools (AV/EDR, Application Control, Data Loss Prevention, Firewall, Log Management, Privilege Access Management, System Hardening, Behavior Analysis, Hunt and Response, Vulnerability Management) * 4+ years of experience with configuration and incident management * 4+ years of experience with AWS (EC2 instances, Lambda functions, RDS, Route53) * 3+ years of experience with Red Team, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting * Proficient knowledge of common cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and OWASP * Advanced understanding of network protocols, infrastructure, and operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) * Proven experience in exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications, networks, systems and data store * Experience with log collection and using SIEM platforms for querying and analyzing log data * Experience with programming or scripting languages (Python or Go) * Ability to write SQL queries * Ability to work independently and in large distributed teams * Excellent communication skills ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) - [Intermediate Bitcoin Script](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/25-intermediate-bitcoin-script) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Walking Into The Era of Supply Chain Risks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/106-walking-into-the-era-of-supply-chain-risks)