Cyber operations Readiness Assessment Network Engineer/Reviewer

TekSynap • Fort Belvoir, VA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Cyber Operations Readiness Assessment (CORA) Lead Team Reviewer to join our team supporting the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in Fort Belvoir, VA. 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. Join DTRA’s elite Cyber Operations Readiness Assessment (CORA) team and play a critical role in strengthening the cyber defense of one of the nation’s most important agencies. This high-impact mission involves conducting advanced cybersecurity inspections, uncovering vulnerabilities across cutting-edge networks, and supporting real-time decision-making that directly shapes DTRA’s global operations. As part of this dynamic team, you’ll protect national security by ensuring DTRA’s systems remain resilient, compliant, and ready against evolving threats. CORA offers an exciting opportunity to apply deep technical expertise, collaborate with top cyber professionals, and make a meaningful difference in safeguarding the United States and its allies. The successful CORA Lead Team Reviewer will support mission needs, multi-domain assessment coverage, and is expected to cross-train into multiple functional disciplines and support operational needs. The Network Engineer/Reviewer will conduct in-depth cybersecurity assessments of boundary security devices, network infrastructure, and VoIP/VVoIP systems to ensure compliance with DoD standards. When not performing assessments, this role will support DTRA sites in audit preparation by applying STIGs, addressing vulnerabilities, and assisting with ATO documentation. The role also includes implementing Zero Trust principles and validating internal network security measures. As part of a DCDC-certified CORA team, the Network Engineer/Reviewer will deliver detailed assessment reports and actionable recommendations for addressing findings.

Requirements

• Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Education: BS in IT/Cybersecurity or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 8–10 years in network engineering or cybersecurity.
• Required Certifications: DoD 8140/8570 IAT III (CASP+, CISSP, CCNP Security, or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

• Cisco CCNP
• Palo Alto PCNSE
• Juniper JNCIP
• Zero Trust Architecture Certification

Responsibilities

• Perform technical reviews of firewalls, routers, switches, and VoIP/VVoIP systems in accordance with STIGs and SRGs.
• Validate network segmentation, ACLs, and routing protocols for security compliance.
• Assess Zero Trust architecture components and ensure proper enforcement of least privilege and micro-segmentation.
• Analyze network logs and configurations to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations.
• Provide technical support to DTRA sites for STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and ATO package preparation.
• Develop comprehensive assessment reports and provide prioritized recommendations for remediation.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability plans
• vacation time
• holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees