Network / Cyber Security Engineer

the-swift-group; Tidewater (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift is seeking a seasoned Network / Cyber Security Engineer to join a mission-driven program in the Tidewater region of Virginia. The role focuses on hands-on lab discovery across software development, data engineering, network engineering, and cybersecurity integration.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 10+ years of combined network engineering and cybersecurity experience, and a US citizenship with active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science or related field.
• 10+ years of combined network engineering and cybersecurity experience.
• Strong knowledge of DNS, firewall rules, routing and streaming protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, test, and maintain secure operating systems, networks, and databases.
• Support a wide range of network facilities including routers, gateways, servers, and network management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations for secure design.

Skills

DNS

Firewall rules

Routing protocols

Streaming protocols

Network analysis tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Network hardware installation

Job description

Swift is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

We are looking for a Network / Cyber Security Engineer to join a dynamic program providing unique technology expertise to multiple mission areas across software development, data engineering, technical integration, network engineering, and quick reaction development. The technical work is hands-on, lab discovery focused, and multi-disciplinary. The work location is the Tidewater region of Virginia.

Responsibilities:

• Design, install, test, and maintain secure operating systems, networks, and database environments
• Support a wide range of network facilities including physical media, protocol stacks, routers, bridges, gateways, servers, telecommunications components, and network management systems
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations for secure application and system design
• Troubleshoot cybersecurity issues involving architecture, firewalls, data traffic, and access controls
• Analyze systems for malware, misuse, and unauthorized activity, and provide network-based intrusion detection support
• Apply encryption technologies, perform penetration testing, and conduct vulnerability and security research
• Translate customer or product requirements into comprehensive systems solutions aligned with technical, schedule, and cost constraints
• Establish and maintain system baselines and configuration management standards
• Integrate new architectural features into existing infrastructures; develop cybersecurity architectural artifacts; embed forensic tools and techniques for attack reconstruction; and resolve integration and testing challenges

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (advanced degree preferred); equivalent experience considered
• 10+ years of combined network engineering and cybersecurity experience
• Strong understanding of DNS, firewall rules, routing protocols, and streaming protocols
• Experience integrating nonstandard technologies with IP-based networks
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and removing network equipment across a wide range of manufacturers (beyond traditional vendors such as Cisco and Juniper)
• Experience managing wireless access points and point to point wireless systems
• Hands-on knowledge of installing and terminating copper and fiber media, including pulling cable through conduit
• Proficiency using network analysis tools, along with experience using power tools and hand tools
• Knowledge of cybersecurity-related ICDs, including ICD 503
• Strong ability to present technical approaches and findings clearly
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholder groups
• US citizenship and active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance