Network Engineer with TS, Norfolk, VA

Watershed Security • Norfolk, VA

2d • $72,000 - $82,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Watershed Security, is a Veteran Owned Small Business with over 20 years’ Cybersecurity and Government Contracting experiencing. Watershed is looking for a Network Engineer to plan, design, install, configure, test, operate, maintain, and manage network components including hardware, software, and operating systems that permit information sharing across the full spectrum of transmission using all media in support of OPTEVFOR’s Information Technology (IT) infrastructure supporting cyber OT&E. Systems include, but are not limited to, NIPR/SIPR networks, exploitation toolsets, circuits, and business systems. Support the security of information and information systems according to DoD and DON policies and guidance. Administer and maintain designated IT infrastructure, including network and system security, patch management, reviewing system logs, monitoring system activities, maintaining user access administration, generating backup and recovery planning, maintaining physical security, and disabling unnecessary services. Additionally, create and update certification and accreditation artifacts, as well as assess cybersecurity compliance requirements to support RMF of systems assigned to 01D; onsite in Norfolk, VA.

Requirements

• BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET‑accredited or CAE‑designated institution or minimum of 5 years’ experience with technical proficiency in network infrastructure and security design and configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in RMF security testing.
• Proficiency with automation tools including, but not limited to, Python, Perl, or shell scripting languages.
• Work is Monday – Friday from 8am – 4:30pm onsite in Norfolk, VA
• Must be available for required travel up to 10% - 20%
• Must have a Top-Secret clearance to start with SCI Eligibility
• Must have at least one of the following valid certifications or higher: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Security+, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), Security Professional (GICSP), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in DOD preferably Navy Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) environments
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communications
• Contingent Upon Award

Responsibilities

• plan, design, install, configure, test, operate, maintain, and manage network components including hardware, software, and operating systems that permit information sharing across the full spectrum of transmission using all media in support of OPTEVFOR’s Information Technology (IT) infrastructure supporting cyber OT&E
• Support the security of information and information systems according to DoD and DON policies and guidance
• Administer and maintain designated IT infrastructure, including network and system security, patch management, reviewing system logs, monitoring system activities, maintaining user access administration, generating backup and recovery planning, maintaining physical security, and disabling unnecessary services
• create and update certification and accreditation artifacts, as well as assess cybersecurity compliance requirements to support RMF of systems assigned to 01D

Benefits

• Watershed offers competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, educational reimbursement, 401K plans with matching, 15 days of PTO to start and 11 paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level