NexThreat
Overview
Job Title:
Network Engineer (Mid) - FBI
Company:
NexThreat
Location: Huntsville
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full-time
Clearance Requirement: Current TS/SCI Clearance required
Security Suitability: Must pass FBI security suitability
Polygraph Requirement: Must pass an FBI-administered Counterintelligence polygraph if one has not been conducted within the last five years.
Employee Type: W2 or 1099
Citizenship: US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship
Job Summary NexThreat is seeking a Network Engineer. The Middle Network Engineer is an essential member of the Infrastructure Support Team, responsible for maintaining and optimizing the network infrastructure that supports the Security Operations Center (SOC) and its capabilities. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing network solutions to ensure high availability, security, and performance. The Senior Network Engineer will collaborate with system administrators and ISSOs to uphold the Authority to Operate (ATO) for SOC applications and systems while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage secure and efficient network solutions tailored for SOC operations
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality and reliability
Administer network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs
Collaborate with team members on identity management and security accreditation processes
Maintain compliance with NIST 800 series publications and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
Support and enhance virtualization environments, particularly with VMWare vSphere 7
Document network configurations, procedures, and policies for reference and compliance
Evaluate, document, and manage NIST 800-53 control implementations specific to network infrastructure
Work with GRC tools such as RiskVision, Xacta, and JCAM to ensure regulatory compliance
Unique Skills/Tasks/Software
Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Active Directory
Required: Strong understanding of NIST 800 series publications and FISMA compliance
Preferred: Experience with VMWare vSphere 7
Preferred: Extensive knowledge of Cisco Networking concepts and hardware
Preferred: Experience with Dell servers and SAN storage hardware
Familiarity with system accreditation, authorization processes, and FBI’s ATO processes
Experience in evaluating and managing NIST 800-53 security controls
Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
VMware Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3 years of experience in network engineering or administration with a focus on security
Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries: Computer and Network Security
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Network Engineer (Mid) - FBI
Company:
NexThreat
Location: Huntsville
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full-time
Clearance Requirement: Current TS/SCI Clearance required
Security Suitability: Must pass FBI security suitability
Polygraph Requirement: Must pass an FBI-administered Counterintelligence polygraph if one has not been conducted within the last five years.
Employee Type: W2 or 1099
Citizenship: US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship
Job Summary NexThreat is seeking a Network Engineer. The Middle Network Engineer is an essential member of the Infrastructure Support Team, responsible for maintaining and optimizing the network infrastructure that supports the Security Operations Center (SOC) and its capabilities. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing network solutions to ensure high availability, security, and performance. The Senior Network Engineer will collaborate with system administrators and ISSOs to uphold the Authority to Operate (ATO) for SOC applications and systems while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage secure and efficient network solutions tailored for SOC operations
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality and reliability
Administer network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs
Collaborate with team members on identity management and security accreditation processes
Maintain compliance with NIST 800 series publications and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)
Support and enhance virtualization environments, particularly with VMWare vSphere 7
Document network configurations, procedures, and policies for reference and compliance
Evaluate, document, and manage NIST 800-53 control implementations specific to network infrastructure
Work with GRC tools such as RiskVision, Xacta, and JCAM to ensure regulatory compliance
Unique Skills/Tasks/Software
Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Active Directory
Required: Strong understanding of NIST 800 series publications and FISMA compliance
Preferred: Experience with VMWare vSphere 7
Preferred: Extensive knowledge of Cisco Networking concepts and hardware
Preferred: Experience with Dell servers and SAN storage hardware
Familiarity with system accreditation, authorization processes, and FBI’s ATO processes
Experience in evaluating and managing NIST 800-53 security controls
Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
VMware Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3 years of experience in network engineering or administration with a focus on security
Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries: Computer and Network Security
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