MKS2 Technologies
Network Security Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · Full-time
Work authorization required$105k-$122kDetected 13 days ago
PythonAnsibleCybersecurityNetwork SecurityTCP/IPFirewallCiscoResearchCommunicationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Serve as a primary Network Security Engineer supporting the program.
- Plan, deploy, integrate, and test network upgrades at operational sites.
- Conduct independent research on networking and security topics and produce reports on findings.
Responsibilities
- The Network Security Engineer will support the program by providing technical expertise in assessing information system compliance with DoD RMF standards.
- Develop cyber-secure configurations for network devices, including firewalls, switches, and routers.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Nice to have
- Scripting experience with Python, Ansible, or PowerShell.
- Solid understanding of JUNOS.
- Prior experience with the program.
- CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Top Secret, prefer T/S SCI
- DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
Skills
- Understanding of OSI Model, TCP/IP, VLANs, and UDP Multicast.
- Experience with firewall configuration (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto).
- Knowledge of ACL design and function.
- Hands-on experience with multi-vendor switching and routing (Juniper, Cisco).
- Strong communication skills, including writing and presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio.
- Ability to design security configurations and testing procedures.
- Familiarity with NIST CVE framework.
- Experience with virtualization technologies.
- Experience applying DoD security practices, including STIG compliance and system accreditation.
- Ability to document project design and development efforts.
Compensation
- $105,000 to $122,400
Benefits
- Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Citizen and maintain a valid U
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