Senior Network Security Engineer

Simventions•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•$110,000 - $170,000

About The Position

SimVentions, consistently voted one Virginia's Best Places to Work, is looking for an experienced network security professional to join our team! As a Network Security Engineer IV, you will perform all aspects of network security including the design, implementation, configuration, and control enforcement of security controls on hardware and software components of network devices. You will collaborate with Cybersecurity professionals on overall cyber readiness defense and system accreditation efforts. Position is contingent upon award of contract, anticipated in December of 2025. Clearance An ACTIVE Secret clearance (IT Level II Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position) is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

In-depth understanding of computer security, military system specifications, and DoD cybersecurity policies
Strong ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations
Must possess one of the following DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III baseline certifications: CASP+ CE CCNP Security CISA CISSP (Associate) CISSP GCED GCIH CCSP

Nice To Haves

A combined total of ten (10) years of full-time professional experience in all of the following skillsets/disciplines: Network Security to include the design, implementation, configuration, and enforcement of security controls on network, hardware, and software components and devices STIG implementation Management of enterprise level deployment of Active Directory Performing vulnerability assessments with the ACAS tool Configuration Cisco networking devices Analysis of network traffic utilizing tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump Troubleshooting network connectivity issues Implementation and management of firewalls and IDS/IPS solutions
Possess a current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Responsibilities

Design, implement, configure, and enforce network security controls across routers, switches, firewalls, and endpoint devices
Manage enterprise level of Active Directory (AD)
Perform vulnerability assessments using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tool
Configure and secure Cisco networking devices in accordance with DoD policies and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Utilize packet analyzer tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump
Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and provide solutions
Deploy, configure, and manage firewall and Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) solutions for proactive threat detection and prevention

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive 401(k) programs
Retirement and Financial Counselors
Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
Continuing Education Assistance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
Supplemental Benefit Program
Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
Food: We have a lot of food around here!