NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER

Marathon TS; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join their dynamic team in a fully remote capacity. This role involves providing technical and administrative direction for complex systems while ensuring the security and efficiency of network resources. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network security, including proficiency in IPv6 and Zero Trust policies, and will be responsible for developing and monitoring policies for network resource usage. Join a company committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where your skills can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in network security.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Level 5 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction for problem analysis and system implementation.
• Evaluate and recommend security improvements and system upgrades.

Skills

IPv6 / IPv4

Zero Trust Policy

Reporting Skills

Presentation Skills

Documentation Skills

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Cisco gear

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Marathon TS is hiring a Network Security Engineer to support our client in the Washington DC area. This is a 100% remote role, and the best candidate will be a clearable US citizen and have the following skills :

Provide technical and administrative direction for problem definition, analysis, requirements development and implementation for extremely complex systems in the EA subject matter area based on the requirements. Make recommendations and advise on organization or enterprise-wide system improvements, requirements, systems design, optimization, or sustainment efforts in one or more specialized areas of EA based on the requirements. Support the Project Manager to develop and execute the IV & V plan and execute all activities required to verify and validate the technical solutions and schedules. Possess strong verbal and written analytic skills and work well independently, while leading and / or contributing to a team of experts. Evaluate and recommend security improvements and system upgrades. Develop, Review, and Monitor policies for the use of network resources. Ability to create network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.

• Bachelor's degree in the IT Computer Software field or similar discipline with 10 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Level 5
• General network knowledge of switches and routers, VOIP, network connectivity to Cloud vendors, IPv6, ability to produce network diagrams
• Understanding of hardware (desktops, laptops, servers), software and monitoring tools
• Familiarity with Cisco gear and Microsoft Visio a plus
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols.
• Experience with firewalls, Internet VPN's remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Knowledge with Federal government telecommunications contract vehicles such as the Network and / or Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS)
• Ability to analyze network performance data is required
• Strong enhanced writing, reporting, and interpersonal skills
• Security skills include experience with CIRT (Cyber Incident Response Team) processes. Ability to analyze security performance data. Should have one or more of the following security certifications :

CompTIA Security+ (SYO-601)

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHv11)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Key Skills :

• IPv6 / IPv4
• Zero Trust Policy
• Reporting Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Documentation Skills
• PowerPoint

Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as protected status).

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Network Security Engineer • Washington, DC, United States