Senior Network Engineer

ASEC, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or 9 years of DoD network experience in lieu of degree.
  • 9 years of experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG).
  • Extensive experience with boundary devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
  • Proven ability to conduct vulnerability assessments using ACAS and SCAP.
  • Advanced knowledge of DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management Program (IAVMP).

Responsibilities

  • Implement security configurations for operating systems and network devices based on DISA guidelines.
  • Administer and manage boundary devices like switches, routers, and firewalls.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and apply automated benchmarks.
  • Correct security flaws and implement controls in the network environment.
  • Architect and manage physical network layouts ensuring data separation.

Benefits

  • Exposure to high-visibility DoD programs.
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems.
  • 100% on-site role fosters teamwork and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Location:NAS Fallon, NV

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No - 100% on-site

What You'll Do:

As an Senior Network Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting a high-visibility DoD program. In this role, you'll help shape and enforce the information system security policies, standards, and methodologies that keep our mission-critical systems protected. Are you ready to make an impact?

As the Senior Network Engineer, you will...
  • Implementing operating systems and network device security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides.
  • Specifying, configuring, and administering boundary devices (i.e., managed switches, proxy servers, routers, firewalls, cryptography, and intrusion detection systems); managing remote switches and routing.
  • Performing vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks.
  • Correcting flaws and implementing technical controls in the hardware or software installed within the network environment.
  • Managing, architecting, and implementing physical networks to include logical need-to-know separation between data.
  • Position may require flexibility in working hours.


This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information System Management from an ABET accredited institution or IA/CS technology field of study. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of experience as a network technician/engineer on a DISN-connected DoD network is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 9 years of experience of Implementing operating systems and network devices security configuration in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) approved Security Technical Implementation Guides.
  • Proven experience specifying, configuring, and administering boundary devices (i.e. managed switches, proxy servers, routers, firewalls, cryptography, and intrusion detection systems); experience in remote switch and router management.
  • Demonstration of advanced experience conducting vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker, incorporating automated Benchmarks.
  • Correcting flaws and implementing technical controls in the hardware or software installed within a network environment.
  • Extensive experience managing DoD Host-Based-Security Systems (HBSS).
  • Extensive experience managing, architecting, and implementing physical networks to include logical need-to-know separation between data.
  • Advanced knowledge of the DoD Information Assurance Vulnerability Management Program (IAVMP).

Equally Important:
  • Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
  • Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
  • Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
  • Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Security Clearance Requirement:
  • This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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