What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Security Engineer/Architect position at INSPYR Solutions?
Title: Network Security Engineer/Architect
Location: Spring, TX (Hybrid - 3 days onsite in 77389)
Duration: Contract-to-Hire
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US
Key Points:
Job Overview
We are seeking a Network Security Engineer/Architect to lead the design and enforcement of secure infrastructure policies and procedures within a CMMC-compliant environment. This role is focused on architecture, not implementation or execution, and involves ensuring network security, compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS, and secure data exchange between on-premises and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in securing hybrid cloud infrastructure, monitoring network traffic, and enforcing encryption standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Skills & Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Our benefits package includes:
About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Location: Spring, TX (Hybrid - 3 days onsite in 77389)
Duration: Contract-to-Hire
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US
Key Points:
- Strong knowledge and skills in the CMMC framework are a hard requirement for this role
- This position is hybrid in Spring, TX. It is NOT fully remote and non-local candidates will not be considered unless they will relocate on their own
Job Overview
We are seeking a Network Security Engineer/Architect to lead the design and enforcement of secure infrastructure policies and procedures within a CMMC-compliant environment. This role is focused on architecture, not implementation or execution, and involves ensuring network security, compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS, and secure data exchange between on-premises and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in securing hybrid cloud infrastructure, monitoring network traffic, and enforcing encryption standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and enforce CMMC security controls for hybrid and cloud-based infrastructure (Levels 2 & 3).
- Secure network/cloud data exchange, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-171, DFARS, and FedRAMP.
- Design and implement Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and security segmentation for enterprise networks.
- Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security hardening of infrastructure components.
- Provide strategic guidance on security risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Design and implement secure data transfer protocols between on-premises and cloud environments.
- Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS solutions to protect network traffic.
- Ensure data encryption in transit and at rest, using FIPS-compliant encryption standards.
- Monitor network traffic and cloud interactions to detect and mitigate security threats.
Required Skills & Experience
- 5 years of experience in Network Security with a focus on enterprise environments.
- Expertise in CMMC compliance, NIST 800-171, DFARS, and secure data exchange practices.
- Strong knowledge of network security, encryption standards, and cloud security models for AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments.
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, IAM, encryption tools, and network segmentation.
- Ability to assess and implement security measures across both network and cloud systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- CMMC certification (preferred but not mandatory).
- Experience working within government, defense, or highly regulated industries.
- Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and advanced network security frameworks.
- Knowledge of security requirements for controlled government networks (COI environments).
Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay, 401(k)
- Retirement plan
- …and much more!
About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
