IT Security Engineer

Avid Systems is a Washington DC-based managed services provider and Value-Added Reseller (VAR) specializing in cloud enablement, infrastructure, business application development, mobility, virtualization, security, storage, and cybersecurity. With experience across diverse industries, we focus on empowering our clients to stay ahead with innovative technology solutions. Since 2004, Avid Systems has been at the forefront of digital transformation, providing our clients with quality-driven and competitive technology solutions.

At Avid Systems, our mission is to provide clients with the highest-quality business and technology consulting services at the most competitive rates. We pride ourselves on our technical expertise and our commitment to addressing the unique technology challenges that businesses face daily. Our vision is to bridge the gap between today’s technology and the future, ensuring our clients’ sustained growth and success. Our values and our vision support and enhance our corporate values:

• We are 100% Customer Focused - We anticipate and meet the needs of our customers with our expertise, efficiency and relentless focus on exceeding their expectations. We are driven by our guiding principle, that the customer’s mission is our commitment.
• Earned Trust - We earn our customers' trust by delivering excellent performance in an ethical way. Our business decisions are based on traditional values – honesty, trust and integrity.

The IT Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network architectures, ensuring compliance with security policies and best practices. This role involves working with enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud security technologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity defenses.

The ideal candidate should have experience managing network security, firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection systems, and Cisco-based security solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain network security architectures to protect critical infrastructure.
• Design and implement LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and virtual network security solutions.
• Configure and optimize firewalls, routers, switches, and security software.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Ensure compliance with IT security regulations, data privacy laws, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure integration of cloud services and hybrid environments.
• Implement and maintain IT security frameworks, including ITIL, Lean IT, and Cisco security best practices.
• Monitor network traffic for anomalies and potential cyber threats, implementing incident response protocols.
• Maintain detailed documentation of security configurations, policies, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical leadership and recommendations on network security investments and upgrades.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in IT security, network security architecture, and cybersecurity engineering.
• Expertise in network security principles, intrusion detection, firewalls, and encryption protocols.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco security solutions (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CCDE certifications required).
• Hands-on experience with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, ITIL).
• Experience in cloud security for hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in cybersecurity and network risk management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with technical and non-technical teams.

Would be nice to have:

• Experience with Lean IT concepts and security automation.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security models and SIEM solutions.
• Hands-on experience in enterprise security infrastructure modernization and digital transformation projects.