Network Security Engineer III

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure, enforcing security controls across hardware, software, and network components.
• Conduct STIG implementation to ensure systems meet DoD security compliance standards.
• Configure and manage Active Directory environments to support secure authentication and policy enforcement.
• Perform vulnerability assessments using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), analyze results, and implement corrective actions.
• Configure and maintain Cisco networking devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls, in accordance with DoD and Navy standards.
• Analyze network traffic using packet analyzers such as Wireshark and tcpdump to detect anomalies and performance issues.
• Implement and manage firewall solutions and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) for network perimeter defense.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and IT teams to maintain system documentation and support continuous monitoring and accreditation efforts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret security clearance (Tier 5)

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
• Active DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level III (One of the Following):
  • CASP+ CE
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • CISSP (or Associate)
  • GCED
  • GCIH
  • CCSP
• Minimum of 8 years of full-time professional Network Engineering experience, with proven expertise in:
  

  • Network security design, implementation, and control enforcement.

  • STIG application for system and device hardening.

  • Configuration and management of Active Directory environments.

  • Vulnerability scanning and analysis using ACAS.

  • Cisco device configuration and secure network management.

  • Network traffic inspection using tools like Wireshark and tcpdump.

  • Deployment and management of firewalls and IDS/IPS technologies.

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer III to join our team supporting Department of Navy. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Locations: Virginia Beach, VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• US Citizen
• Active Secret clearance (Tier 5)

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.