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Network Engineer/Cybersecurity (Onsite & Secret Clearance)

MicroHealth, LLC

Bethesda, MD

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Biomedical Engineering, CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Clinical Information Systems, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM), Documentation, Emerging Technology, Endpoint Security, English Language, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), GIAC - Global Information Assurance Certification, HL7 (Health Level 7), Healthcare, Homeland Security, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infusion Pumps, Intelligence Analysis, Internet Security, Interoperability, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Leadership, Linux Administration, Maintain Compliance, Medical Equipment, Medical Office Administration, Medical Record System, Metrics, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Military, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Connectivity, Network Security, Onboarding, Patient Care, People Management, Policy Development, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Project/Program Management, Reporting Dashboards, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Safety Alerts, Secret Clearance, Security Architecture, Security Attacks, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Protocols, Systems Maintenance, Tableau, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), White Papers
LOCATION
Bethesda, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago

JOB OVERVIEW

MicroHealth is seeking a qualified Network Engineer / Cybersecurity professional to support the Medical Device System Security (MDSS) Program Management Office (PMO) for the National Capital Region (NCR) Directorate of the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This position specifically supports Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) and Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC).
The Network Engineer is responsible for securing, monitoring, and managing cybersecurity risks associated with network-connected medical devices and healthcare systems within Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs). This role ensures compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity policies, supports Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, and protects clinical environments from cyber threats while maintaining system availability for patient care and mission readiness. The position serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in medical device cybersecurity, bridging clinical engineering, IT, and cybersecurity teams.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Device Cybersecurity Management

  • Lead cybersecurity efforts for networked medical devices (e.g., imaging systems, infusion pumps, patient monitoring systems)
  • Assess and manage risks associated with medical device connectivity and interoperability
  • Support secure onboarding and lifecycle management of medical devices
  • Provide guidance to clinical staff on cybersecurity best practices

Risk Management Framework (RMF) & Compliance

  • Support cybersecurity inspections, audits, and accreditation processes
  • Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
  • Maintain documentation for RMF authorization and continuous monitoring activities
  • Coordinate with Information Assurance/Cybersecurity teams on compliance requirements

Threat & Vulnerability Management

  • Conduct continuous monitoring of medical device vulnerabilities and threats
  • Analyze threat intelligence from sources including:
    • Threat intelligence platforms
    • CISA ICS advisories and CVE databases
    • FDA medical device safety alerts
    • Vendor security bulletins
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation with stakeholders
  • Support incident response for cybersecurity events impacting clinical systems
  • Track and report on vulnerability remediation status

Network Security & Architecture

  • Collaborate with network engineers to ensure:
    • Proper segmentation of medical device networks
    • Secure communication pathways
    • Implementation of zero trust principles where applicable
  • Review and validate network security controls for medical device environments
  • Support implementation of network security best practices

Monitoring, Reporting & Analytics

  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track:
    • Device security posture
    • Vulnerabilities and remediation status
    • Threat trends and risk levels
  • Provide regular briefings to leadership on cybersecurity risks and mitigation efforts
  • Generate metrics and analytics to support decision-making

Collaboration & Integration

  • Partner with:
    • Clinical Engineering (Biomed) teams
    • Network Engineering teams
    • Information Assurance/Cybersecurity teams
    • Clinical and operational staff
  • Facilitate communication between technical and clinical stakeholders
  • Support cross-functional initiatives to enhance medical device security

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve medical device cybersecurity posture and processes
  • Contribute to development of policies, procedures, and white papers
  • Support pilot programs and innovative solutions for secure medical device integration
  • Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, preferably in healthcare or DoD environments
  • Experience securing medical devices or operational technology (OT) systems
  • Demonstrated experience with vulnerability management tools and processes

Technical Knowledge

  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, NIST)
    • Network security principles and architecture
    • Vulnerability management methodologies
    • DoD cybersecurity policies and requirements
  • Familiarity with security tools including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection
  • Understanding of network segmentation and secure communication protocols

Certifications & Compliance

  • Must meet DoD 8570 requirements (e.g., IAT Level II or higher, IAM)
  • Security+
  • Security clearance required
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and risk management skills
  • Effective communication across technical and clinical teams
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
  • Fluent in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Preferred Responsibilities  

Experience

  • Experience in a Military Treatment Facility (MTF) or federal healthcare environment
  • Hands-on experience with RMF accreditation processes
  • Experience with medical device cybersecurity guidance (FDA, DHS, DoD)

Technical Expertise

  • Familiarity with:
    • MHS GENESIS or similar Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
    • HL7 and DICOM standards
    • Medical device communication protocols
  • Experience with:
    • Vulnerability management platforms
    • Threat intelligence platforms
    • Data analysis and dashboard/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
    • Windows and Linux systems administration
  • Knowledge of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Additional Certifications

  • Advanced cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC, CEH)
  • Healthcare-specific certifications (e.g., HCISPP)
Salary: $95,000-$100,000

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee may lift or move objects up to 5 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
MicroHealth will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hr@microhealthllc.com with your request and contact information.

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