Network Security Engineer

Mfinite Consulting • Annapolis, MD

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Mfinite Consulting is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to support a high-profile government client in Maryland. This role is critical to the planning, design, implementation, and ongoing support of secure, resilient network environments that operate 24x7. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network security engineering, next-generation firewall technologies, and enterprise networking within regulated environments. The Network Security Engineer will support the full lifecycle of network security solutions—from requirements gathering and architecture design to implementation, troubleshooting, and documentation.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher
• Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a NACES- or AICE-member organization
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or Network Security Professional
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Enterprise or Security
• 10+ years of CONUS-based experience in IT networking and network security
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Palo Alto next-generation firewalls, including IDS/IPS and content filtering
• 4+ years of experience with complex switching, routing, and wireless networks using Cisco technologies
• 2+ years of experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), FreeRADIUS, and Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• Multi-factor authentication (Microsoft MFA)
• Cloud-based virtual networking
• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus, Nmap)
• Ability to report on-site within four (4) hours when required
• Availability for extended hours, on-call support, or critical deadlines as needed

Nice To Haves

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Enterprise or Security

Responsibilities

• Network Security Design & Engineering Identify organizational and technical requirements to design and engineer secure data communication solutions
• Architect scalable, redundant, and highly available network security systems
• Platform Modernization & Migration Lead or support the migration of legacy network security platforms to next-generation technologies
• Troubleshooting & Threat Response Assist network engineering teams with complex troubleshooting, incident response, and threat remediation related to network security products
• Documentation & Reporting Develop detailed technical documentation, including network diagrams, design artifacts, project plans, and user guides
• Produce weekly status reports outlining project progress, milestones, risks, and completed tasks
• Team Coordination & Support Coordinate and schedule activities with technical team members to resolve end-user issues efficiently
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree