Journeyman Security Engineer

Belcan LLC; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Job summary

Belcan LLC in Aberdeen, MD seeks a Journeyman Security Engineer to design, deploy, and document security measures protecting critical systems from cyber threats. You will work with security analysts and IT teams, communicating status and risks to leadership.

Responsibilities include engineering security devices, vulnerability management, remediation guidance, and thorough documentation. The role requires US citizenship, interim secret clearance, and DoD 8570/8140 compliance, with IAT Level II

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active interim secret clearance or higher.
• 3+ years as Security Analyst or Security Engineer.
• IAT Level II certification within 90 days.
• IAT Level III certification within 6 months.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• DoD 8570/8140 compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, deploy, and maintain security devices and monitoring tools.
• Support vulnerability management and patching.
• Analyze vulnerability data and implement remediation.
• Document procedures and troubleshooting steps.
• Communicate findings to leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Security and IT teams to improve security.
• Assist with administrative and support functions as directed.

Skills

Security Appliances

DoD Tools

Networking

Systems & Virtualization

Core InfoSec

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ACAS

HBSS

VMware

Job description

Innovative, Secure, and Outcome-Based Solutions

Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and skilled Journeyman Security Engineer to support complex systems and networks. In this role, you will be responsible for engineering, deploying, and rigorously documenting security measures designed to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber‑attacks. You will work closely with security analysts, the Security Engineering Team, and the IT Engineering Team, serving as a key communicator of security statuses and findings to leadership. Strong team collaboration and leadership skills are essential to consistently meet project goals on time and with high quality.

Job Duties:

• Security Engineering & Operations: Engineer, deploy, and maintain security devices supporting connections to networks. Perform daily engineering operations for vulnerability scanning tools and their supporting infrastructure.
• Vulnerability & Patch Management: Support vulnerability management, identification programs, and continuous monitoring for Certification and Accreditation (C&A). Perform patch and vulnerability management tasks as assigned.
• Threat Analysis & Remediation: Conduct technical analysis of vulnerability data. Provide and implement remediation recommendations for operating systems, web applications, databases, and networks.
• Documentation & Troubleshooting: Create, maintain, and refine documentation for day-to-day procedures. When problems arise, document the issue and the troubleshooting steps taken to remediate it for future reference.
• Team Collaboration & Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise, and logical manner. Participate actively in team meetings, take clear notes, listen attentively, and report findings to leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate a continuous effort to improve operational performance, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide seamless customer service.
• Administrative Support: Perform other administrative and support functions as directed by leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must possess an active interim secret clearance (at minimum)
• Experience: 3+ years of professional experience as a Security Analyst or Security Engineer.
• Education: Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) is preferred but not required.
• DoD 8570/8140 Compliance (Condition of Employment):
• Must obtain an IAT Level II certification within the first 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain an IAT Level III certification within the first 6 months of hire.
• Soft Skills: Proven communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.

Key Technical Skill Sets

• Security Appliances: Hands‑on experience with the engineering and management of Firewalls (FW), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and SIEM technologies.
• DoD Tools: Proficiency with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) and Endpoint Security Solutions (HBSS).Networking: Solid knowledge of common network terminology, TCP/IP addressing, and routing protocols.
• Systems & Virtualization: Practical experience with VMware. Strong understanding of common operating system security (must include Windows and Linux security at a minimum).
• Core InfoSec: Basic understanding of defending against cyber‑attacks using modern security technologies, along with a firm grasp of the general principles and tenets of information security.

Compensation

• Salary range: $85,000 - $98,000 per year.
• Health care
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

www.belcan.com

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Journeyman Security Engineer ID# 18055240