Network Engineer

WILLCOR

Maryland

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Change Control, Cisco Network Systems, Communications Protocols, CompTIA Security+, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Firewalls, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Juniper Network Security Products, Local Area Network (LAN), Military/DoD Standards, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Integration, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Security Attacks, Security Compliance, Security Protocols, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)
LOCATION
Maryland
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title: Network Engineer
Location: Linthicum, MD
Required Clearance: TS/SCI w/ CI Poly
Salary: Negotiable

Overview:
We are seeking a Network Engineer to support a DoD Cyber Security project, with a focus on integrating networking and cryptographic systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience setting up network equipment, a deep understanding of network environments, and the ability to translate that knowledge into configuring and securing cryptographic equipment for classified operations.  

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deploy, configure, and maintain network equipment (routers, switches, firewalls) in secure DoD environments.  
  • Translate networking principles into crypto equipment configurations for secure communications.  
  • Ensure network and cryptographic compliance with DoD security standards (STIGs, RMF, NIST 800-53).  
  • Monitor and troubleshoot network performance while maintaining security and availability.  
  • Support VPNs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and secure enclave architectures.  
  • Work with cybersecurity teams to harden network infrastructure and protect against cyber threats.  
  • Document network configurations, security controls, and compliance artifacts.  

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).  
  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with direct experience setting up and maintaining network equipment.  
  • Experience working with cryptographic devices, encryption protocols, and secure communications.  
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Cisco/Juniper networking, and security protocols.  
  • Familiarity with DISA STIGs, RMF, eMASS, and ACAS.  
  • Certifications preferred: CCNP, Security+, CISSP, or CEH.  

 

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