Virtual Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company specializing in data and systems integration solutions for the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical consulting expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies. We’ve redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients. Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services : Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO

Education stipends and referral bonuses

Compelling work with the U.S. federal government

Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement

Opportunity to shape the future of our industry

Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth Responsibilities : Coordinate with stakeholders, including Security Engineers, Network Administrators, System Administrators, Information Assurance Managers (IAMs) / Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs), certification authorities, accreditation authorities (and representatives), program managers, vendors, etc., necessary to properly identify, document, mitigate, and manage risk attributed to the target system, network, and / or application

Identify, develop (either directly, or in coordination with applicable experts), and incorporate common artifacts found in an RMF accreditation package, e.g., system architecture and boundaries, hardware and software inventories, risk assessment reports, POA&Ms, data flows, and other necessary system, network, and application documentation

Design, implement and harden network and networks security solutions

Racking and cabling the Platform Boundary Defense (PBD) system

Configure / test the core routing / switch devices, firewall, IPS and other in-line network security devices

Configure / test virtual networking capabilities

Create Engineering Changes to support the lifecycle including engineering documentation

Perform vulnerability scans of the system and review on a weekly basis

Use vulnerability scanning and assessment tools (e.g., ACAS / HBSS) necessary to identify and document compliance

Work primarily in a secured lab space, where the majority of work must be performed to support this tasking

Minimum Qualifications : DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II Certification

Must have one of the following security certifications : Security , SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, GSEC

8 years of experience in relevant technical field, to include : Technology Analysis and Assessment, Design Definition, Development of Systems Specification, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems / Equipment Integration, Test & Evaluation Criteria, and Logistics support of C5ISR requirements

5 years of technical experience in providing the above type of support of for network devices and / or network security appliances

Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications : One of the following OS / OE trainings or certifications is desired : Cisco CCNA or CCNP

Advanced knowledge of IP networking and protocols, with an ability to analyze network traffic at the packet level

Solid working knowledge of : LAN / WAN infrastructures, IPv4, IPv6, DNS, network security, data backup / recovery systems

Solid understanding of current network design best practices. Knowledge of Navy afloat and ashore systems strongly desired

Strong background in network and host based security (Firewall, IDS / IPS, antivirus, etc.)

Knowledge of virtual networking