Network Security Engineers

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer who will be part of a team of skilled Cybersecurity professionals that support the design, build, and sustainment of network based cyber defense capabilities within the organization. Network Security Engineers interact daily with a wide variety of industry leading network security products including, but not limited to, firewalls, Intrusion prevention systems, full packet capture solutions, mail gateways, advanced malware defense systems, and TLS inspection solutions. Network Security Engineers provide support to fellow stakeholders when integrating new Cybersecurity requirements into the enterprise and maintain all production network security solutions that are servicing the organization. When required, Network Security Engineers support fellow stakeholders in resolving network connectivity issues., * Participate on a team of skilled network security engineers responsible for the ingratiation, operations, and sustainment of a suite of enterprise class Cybersecurity technologies

• Perform the planning and implementing policy changes on next generation firewalls
• Assists in the analyses and design of a worldwide network security architecture
• Administer configuration changes on enterprise load balancers that include enterprise TLS break/inspect
• Work focused special projects both independently and within a group
• Participate in the investigation and documentation of security related incidents
• Implement corrective measures in response to emerging network security threats
• Brief senior contract leadership and government stakeholders on the status of the enterprise network security posture

MUST possess Active TS/SCI clearance (Poly preferred) is required prior to starting. 100% onsite - Multiple government site throughout the D.C. metro area., * An active Top Secret with SCI clearance (Polygraph preferred) is required prior to consideration for this role.

• Related technical experience in network security technologies such as Juniper SRX, Palo Alto Strata, F5 Load Balancer (ASM is a plus), Cisco FTD/ASA, Gigamon, FireEye, and RSA Netwitness
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification. (security+ minimum to start)

We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don''t miss updates on your application., Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Cellular Telephone, Cisco ASA (Adaptive Security Appliance), CompTIA Security+, Computer Security, DoD Directive 8140, DoD Directive 8570, Documentation, Ecosystems, Enterprise Protection, F5 Network Software, Federal Government, Firewalls, Fortune 500 Customers, Government, Government Contracts, Government Organizations, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Intelligence Community, Internet Security, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Juniper Networks Product Family, Leadership, Load Balancing, Malware, Mentoring, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Security, Network Support, Policy Implementation, Pre-Sales, Retirement Plan, Risk Management, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Security Architecture, Security Attacks, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Value-Added Resellers (VAR), Willing to Travel

• Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
• Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
• Pet Benefit Option

Title: Network Security Engineer Organization: Guidepoint Security LLC Location: Arlington Description: GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk. About GuidePoint Security GuidePoint Security is a leading cybersecurity solutions and services firm enabling federal government organizations to make smarter security decisions that minimize risk. With more than 800 vetted technology vendor partnerships and deep practitioner expertise across every major cybersecurity domain, GuidePoint serves more than half of the U.S. Government's cabinet-level agencies across Civilian, DoD, and Intelligence Community segments, as well as Federal System Integrators and major defense prime contractors. We are growing our federal presales engineering team and looking for technically exceptional engineers who thrive at the intersection of federal mission and cybersecurity technology., GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers. Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company's success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity. This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.