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Network Security Engineer V
Phoenix Defense
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Remote Eligibility
On-site
Domain
Network Security
State
Florida
City
Orlando
Job Description
Posted on:
February 18, 2025
Primary NIST Speciality
Securely Provision
NIST Sub-speciality
Risk Management
Seniority
Senior
Salary ($K)
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Summary and company overview
The Cyber Network Engineer will provide critical support to the Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) Cybersecurity team, assisting the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) across all cybersecurity domains. This role involves designing a network infrastructure and implementing network security solutions to ensure compliance with Information Assurance (IA) and Information Security (InfoSec) standards throughout the lifecycle of the program. The selected candidate will be responsible for identifying and mitigating network security threats and risks, validating security requirements, and supporting the development of Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization documentation. Additional duties include ensuring the secure operation and maintenance of systems, performing Assessments & Authorizations (A&As) for DoD systems, and working in a fast-paced environment with multiple releases and system baselines.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the ISSM to address all network security aspects of the JLCCTC program.
- Design, implement, and assess network security solutions, using primarily Cisco equipment, in accordance with IA and InfoSec principles.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate network-based security risks throughout the program lifecycle.
- Validate security requirements and settings for all network-based equipment used to provide input for RMF documentation and processes.
- Support the secure operation and ongoing maintenance of systems.
- Perform A&As on DoD systems and ensure compliance with security standards.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with overlapping releases and multiple system baselines.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- 10 or more years of network security design and implementation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic and high-demand environment.
- Hands-on experience connecting and troubleshooting a network in a multiple operating system environment consisting of Windows, Linux, and VMware operating systems.
- Familiarity with network scanning tools like Wireshark and security configuration scanning tools like Nipper.
- Familiarity with Cisco IOS Scripting with TCL.
- Knowledge of DISA STIGs and Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) processes applied to networking software and equipment.
- Valid CCNP, CCNP Security, Cisco Certified Specialist or other relevant DoD 8570/8140 certification (IAT III/IAM III) or the ability to obtain within six months of hire.
- Ability to travel to both domestic and overseas (OCONUS) sites.
- Experience leading Cybersecurity Working Groups.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
- Detailed oriented – focus on accuracy of records, data, and reports.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Significant experience in MS Office 365 Products (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with the JLCCTC program or other constructive simulation training environments.
- Experience working with RMF/NIST standards and implementing their requirements.
- Proven ability to manage processes independently with minimal direction.
- Ability to analyze and act on findings from network config vulnerability scanning tool (e.g., Nipper).
- Strong customer interface skills.
Additional commentary
BENEFITS:
- 401K
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance for professional growth
- Perks at work program
Summary and company overview
The Cyber Network Engineer will provide critical support to the Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) Cybersecurity team, assisting the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) across all cybersecurity domains. This role involves designing a network infrastructure and implementing network security solutions to ensure compliance with Information Assurance (IA) and Information Security (InfoSec) standards throughout the lifecycle of the program. The selected candidate will be responsible for identifying and mitigating network security threats and risks, validating security requirements, and supporting the development of Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization documentation. Additional duties include ensuring the secure operation and maintenance of systems, performing Assessments & Authorizations (A&As) for DoD systems, and working in a fast-paced environment with multiple releases and system baselines.
