Senior DoD Network & Security Engineer (Automation)

Applied Research Solutions; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 122,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking Senior Network Services professionals to support mission-critical DoD cybersecurity efforts in Montgomery, AL. The role enforces DISA STIGs across Cisco/Juniper/Avaya platforms and uses Python/SQL to automate reviews and tooling.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active Secret clearance and an advanced degree with DoD experience, or a BA/BS with extensive DoD tenure. ARS offers competitive benefits and a salary range of $122k–$145k.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance.
• Extensive DoD-related technical and professional experience.
• Advanced degree or equivalent combined with DoD background as described.

Responsibilities

• Apply and enforce DISA STIGs across enterprise network infrastructure.
• Operate in multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Avaya) for interoperability.
• Automate network deployment reviews using Python/SQL and build tooling.
• Collaborate within the team and manage independent projects with minimal supervision.
• Review technical design documents for compliance in network configurations.
• Audit third-party deployments to ensure security and design compliance.
• Research emerging network innovations to keep enterprise infrastructure secure.

Skills

Python

SQL

Network engineering

CCNA

Education

Advanced degree with DoD experience

BA/BS with DoD experience (≥15 years)

20 years experience with proper certifications

Active Secret Clearance

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Avaya devices

Job description

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking Senior Network Services professionals to support mission-critical DoD cybersecurity efforts in Montgomery, AL. The role enforces DISA STIGs across Cisco/Juniper/Avaya platforms and uses Python/SQL to automate reviews and tooling.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active Secret clearance and an advanced degree with DoD experience, or a BA/BS with extensive DoD tenure. ARS offers competitive benefits and a salary range of $122k–$145k.