Network Security Engineer 1

Itezz; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEP IRA 10% contributions

Medical / Dental / Vision plans

Employer-paid retirement benefits

Job summary

Itezz Inc. is seeking a Network Security Engineer to analyze complex hardware systems and design, deploy, and maintain secure networks across CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The role requires Top Secret/SCI with polygraph, DoD-equivalent credentials, and hands-on experience with enterprise hardware integration. Responsibilities include site surveys, installation planning, and hardware configuration, ensuring solutions meet user requirements while coordinating with federal agencies.

Qualifications

• Must hold TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph.
• At least five years as a Network Security Engineer on large programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in CE/CS/EE/IS/math or related field; five years may substitute for degree.
• DoD 8570 Baseline IAT Level II certification.
• Vendor certifications: Palo Alto NGFE, SNSA/SNSP, or Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE.

Responsibilities

• Analyze hardware specs and document practical designs for servers, network devices, storage, and processors.
• Prepare functional requirements and specifications for hardware acquisitions.
• Ensure problems are identified and solved to meet user requirements.
• Assist with installation guides, field test procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Conduct site surveys and document current network configuration and site requirements.
• Recommend hardware acquisition specifications and prepare engineering plans and Technical Design Packages.
• Develop hardware installation schedules based on setup and test timelines.
• Prepare as-built drawings and site installation/test reports.
• Configure network devices, firewalls, proxies, VPNs, and load balancers.
• Train site personnel in proper use of hardware.

Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Network Security Engineer experience

DoD program experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (CE/CS/EE/IS/math)

Tools

Palo Alto NGFE

SNSA/SNSP

CCNA/CCNP/CCIE

Job description

PENDING AWARD!!!

Founded on a commitment to service, Itezz Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, SBA 8(a) certified small business dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable information technology solutions across the federal government. Rooted in the values of integrity, excellence, and patriotism, the company was built by those who have served — and that spirit of dedication carries into every project and client relationship. Itezz Inc. partners with federal agencies to solve complex technology challenges, drive digital transformation, and ensure mission-critical systems perform at the highest levels. When the mission demands excellence, Itezz Inc. delivers.

Description

Provide engineering expertise to analyze complex systems, architecture, network design and other technical hardware issues. Procure and perform acceptance testing on equipment. Provide hardware maintenance support, both preventative and remedial. Deploy, install, and implement hardware at Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside Continental United States (OCONUS). Prepare specifications for hardware by analyzing documented and derived system requirements. Conduct site surveys. Prepare engineering plans and site Technical Design Packages. Organize and direct hardware installations. Configure (and document configuration of) computers, networking devices and various peripheral equipment. Prepare site installation and test reports. Ensure that problems have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user’s requirements. Prepare reports and recommendations concerning existing and emerging hardware technologies. Provide specific input to the hardware components of system design to include end-user devices, servers, networking devices, data storage devices, and specialized processors.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with customer appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Analyze hardware specifications and system/subsystem requirements to conceive and document a practical design for hardware components to include servers, network devices, transmission media, storage devices, user interface devices, and special processors
• Prepare functional requirements and specifications for hardware acquisitions
• Ensure that problems with operational hardware have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user’s requirements
• Assist with preparing installation guides, field test procedures, and troubleshooting guides
• Conduct site surveys; assess and document current site network configuration and site unique requirements
• Recommend specifications for hardware acquisitions
• Prepare engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages
• Develop hardware installation schedules based on set-up, integration, and test timelines
• Prepare drawings documenting as-built configurations at each site
• Prepare site installation and test reports
• Configure network devices, firewalls, web proxies, VPNs and load balancers
• Train site personnel in proper use of hardware

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph
• Five (5) years experience as a Network Security Engineer analyzing complex hardware systems on programs and contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of Network Security engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Must meet DoD approved 8570 Baseline Certification for IAT Level II
• Must possess at least one of the following vendor certifications:
  • Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewall Engineer (NGFE)
  • Sonicwall Network Security Certification (Administrator (SNSA) or Professional (SNSP))
  • Cisco Enterprise Certification (CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE)

Salary Range

$75,000.00 - $200,000.00 (Annually). Annual Compensation Figures listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; annual hours worked; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Package

Itezz Inc. believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes an additional 10% of each employee's gross compensation to the company SEP IRA plan, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

• A Choice of CareFirst BlueChoice Medical Plans, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• CareFirst Preferred Dental
• CareFirst BlueVision

Equal Opportunity Employer

Itezz Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement

Itezz Inc. is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations

Itezz Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to all candidates.