Computer/Network Security Systems Specialist (Lead)

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 106,681 - 246,980; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Lead Computer/Network Security Systems Specialist in Fort Belvoir, VA. This position focuses on securing US Army information systems, requiring 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and an active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.

The role includes significant responsibilities in crafting network architectures and ensuring compliance with DoD high-security standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, with 2+ years leading teams.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI.
• Must meet DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce work role credential requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work with network architects to secure US Army systems.
• Craft network architectures and assist in deployment plans.
• Interact with US Army and DoD personnel, adjusting architecture requirements.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Assurance

Leadership of cyber teams

Network security protocols

Vulnerability scanning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity or relevant IT degree

Cisco CCNP Enterprise

ISACA CISM

ISC2 CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP

Tools

Network security toolsets

Vulnerability scanning tools

Job description

Computer/Network Security Systems Specialist (Lead)

Requisition Number:28508

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time / Salaried / Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $106,681.00 - $246,980.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Mid

Mission Technologies is searching for an experiencedComputer/Network Security Systems Specialist to join our team in Fort Belvoid, VA. HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives.

This role is part of a current proposal scheduled to start in 2026.

Salary range based on backgrond, skills, experience and education.

Network 3 : $ 106,681- $ 198,121

Network 4 : $ 132,989- $ 246,980

Responsible working with network architects and operations personnel to secure and assure US Army information and communications systems. Will analyze site survey reports, recommend network modernization upgrades, craft network architectures, and assist operations leads in creating deployment plans and executing capability roll outs. The job requires direct interaction with US Army, DoD, and other USG personnel including briefing technical plans and adjusting architecture requirements to fit US Army acquisition and supply chain requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), or relevant IT degree with demonstrated coursework related to cybersecurity or information assurance. Additional 4+ years of relevant experience allowed in lieu of degree allowed
• 10+ years of cybersecurity or information assurance experience, with at least 2+ years leading cyber or IA personnel or teams
• Must meet the minimum credential requirements for the DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce work role Security Architect (652) at the advanced level:
  • B.S. degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
  • Cisco CCNP Enterprise
  • ISACA CISM
• ISC2 CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI

GIAC GCIA, GDSA, GICSP

Preferred Requirements

• Certifications and/or experience in Zero Trust preferred
• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles, concepts, methodologies, and approaches as laid out in CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model and NIST SP 800-27 Zero Trust Architecture.
• Developing and implementing industry best business practices through secure networking protocols, standards, processes, and procedures that align with Federal, DoD, and U.S. Army policies and regulations.
• Configuring, troubleshooting, administering, and maintaining the hardware and software required to effectively manage network security toolsets across Enterprise systems.
• Demonstrated experience designing, engineering, implementing, and maintaining solutions in secure processing environments that adhere to DISA STIGs and/or Security Requirement Guides.
• Demonstrated experience configuring, operating, and maintaining vulnerability scanning tools, and evaluating/reporting on system misconfigurations, non-compliance, false positives, and baseline deviations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.