Network Security Engineer

Noblis

Olympia, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$105,100–$164,125 Per Year

SKILLS

Architectural Services, Best Practices, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Security, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Defense Intelligence, Defense in Depth, Documentation, Emerging Technology, FISMA - Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Government, Firewall Administration, Government, IPv4, IPv6, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Interpersonal Skills, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Load Balancing, Local Area Network (LAN), Microwaves, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Security, On Call, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Risk Analysis, Safety Systems, Security Analysis, Security Architecture, Security Design, Security Policy, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Telecommunications, Transportation, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Virtualization, Web Infrastructure, Wide Area Network (WAN), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Olympia, WA

POSTED

4 days ago

Responsibilities We are looking for highly technical professionals with a strong foundation in network architecture, design, and security - individuals who are ready to step up from traditional network engineering roles to take ownership of strategic, architecture-level responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have deep understanding of networking, security architecture and design, and experience applying Federal security guidelines (e.g, NIST 800-53, FISMA, etc.) to harden and secure systems. These are the types of professionals who understand both the big-picture architecture and the hands-on technical details, and who are prepared to make security-focused architectural recommendations in complex environments. The TIS Security Engineer will support the FAA Telecommunications and Integrated Services (TIS) Group and provide expert-level security engineering across the FAA's FTI environment. This includes: + Analyzing and guiding network architecture to ensure cybersecurity is built-in from the ground up. + Performing hands-on reviews of system configurations, firewall rules, and network paths to align with FAA Orders, NIST 800-53, and federal cybersecurity standards. + Leading efforts in transitioning technologies (e.g., IPv4 to IPv6, microwave radio refreshes) from a cybersecurity and network architecture perspective. + Supporting the integration of Zero Trust, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), and defense-in-depth strategies into enterprise-level solutions. + Acting as a technical bridge between FAA cyber stakeholders and infrastructure providers (network, security, cloud). + Evaluating vendor-proposed architectures and making expert-level recommendations based on federal policy, security principles, and industry best practices. Required Qualifications + Experience supporting federal government programs, ideally within the FAA or transportation sector. + Proven experience with hands-on network engineer or architecture and understands network design, configurations, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and load balancing. + Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, including IPv4/IPv6, and WAN/LAN environments. + Understand federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST RMF, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53 rev 5). + Can evaluate network and system security concepts for large-scale, safety-critical systems like those in the National Airspace System (NAS). + Comfortable advising on defense-in-depth architectures, Zero Trust CONOPS, SD-WANs, and emerging tech. + Have experience collaborating with engineers, PMs, and cybersecurity stakeholders to support ATO packages and continuous monitoring. + Ability to develop system security plans, risk assessments, and related security documentation. + **U.S Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (3+ years U.S. Residency)** + **Ability to obtain FAA Public Trust.** Mid-level + Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field. + 9+ years of experience in cybersecurity or network security roles + Subsitutions: For anything requiring a substitution, the governemnt customer is subject to further review and either approve or deny the request. + Associates degree and additional 2 years experience would be acceptable. Minimum 11 years total is required, or + Highschool degree and an additional 6 years experience would be acceptable. Minimum 15 years total is required, or + Masters Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline with 6 years of professional experience. **Compensation Ranges:** for D.C., NJ, Remote: $105,100 - $164,125 Desired Qualifications + CISSP, Security+, CCNA, or similar certification. + FAA or transportation sector experience preferred. + Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture, Security Orchestration, and network virtualization (e.g., NFV). + Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Overview Noblis (http://www.noblis.org/) and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/) **Why work at a Noblis company?** Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (http://www.noblis.org/about/Awards/) . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace. * _Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements_ Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (https://noblis.org/contact) . EEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) | E-Verify (https://assets.cms.talentplatform.us/zhu9bbm0ym8duz1a5mj8osb7/attachments/iawiyhl3wfqccbsgnpticdz3-federal-e-verify-participation-poster-eng-and-sp-9-11-2024.pdf) | Right to Work (https://www.justice.gov/crt/case-document/file/1133936/download) Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package. Posted Salary Range USD $105,100.00 - USD $164,125.00 /Yr.

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