Remote Network Security Architect: Zero Trust & Cloud

Akima; South Burlington (VT); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading federal solutions contractor is seeking a Network Security SME to provide strategic support in ensuring the security of their infrastructure. This remote role requires deep technical skill, extensive experience in network security, and the ability to assess vulnerabilities and implement security solutions. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in computer science or related fields and significant experience in enterprise-level environments.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• 10+ years experience in network engineering and security.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of network security solutions.
• Monitor network traffic to detect suspicious activity.
• Collaborate with teams on secure network architectures.

Skills

Deep technical and strategic support

Network security assessments

Threat/risk assessment

Incident response

Firewall management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science/information technology/Cybersecurity

Advanced degree

Tools

Firewall

IDS/IPS

VPN

NDR tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

A leading federal solutions contractor is seeking a Network Security SME to provide strategic support in ensuring the security of their infrastructure. This remote role requires deep technical skill, extensive experience in network security, and the ability to assess vulnerabilities and implement security solutions. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in computer science or related fields and significant experience in enterprise-level environments.