Mid Level Network Security Engineer

Mid Level Network Security Engineer

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

I2X Technologies is seeking a Mid Level Network Security Engineer to support ongoing activities for a customer at Patrick Space Force Base, FL. This position will be on-site and will require an active Top Secret SCI.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, designs, and implements network and cyber defensive architecture and technologies
• Have a strong understanding of networking and network architecture
• Adapt technologies to meet best fit for the mission architecture and threat.
• Assesses assigned Cyber domain to thoroughly understand the mission, architecture and threat
• Advises on technical design and implementation of network and cyber capability required to effectively protect, detect and respond to cyber threats and attack
• Research and evaluate network and cyber technologies, performing comparative analysis to determine optimal solutions based on mission, architecture, and threat
• Design, implement, and optimize network and cyber-defense technologies and integrations
• Authors documentations to include SOPs, checklists, implementation guides, architecture diagrams, crew binders, etc.

Qualifications:

• BS Degree and 5 years of experience or BS Degree and at least one of the following: GFACT, GISF, Cloud+, GCED, PenTest+, Security+, GSEC
• 5 years of experience Networking abilities that include administering firewalls, routers, switches, Virtual LANs, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs)
• Ability to access and configure Cisco Router IOS including ACLs
• Demonstrated ability to review and harden network topologies, including secure configuration and vulnerability assessment.
• Experience creating and updating network topologies and diagrams, ideally using Microsoft Visio.
• Exposure to or experience with STIGs.
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting network devices (Cisco experience is essential for this role, CCNA or higher would be great).
• Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) troubleshooting experience
• TS/SCI Clearance required
• 8140 compliant

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Ability to work cross-functionally with security and IT teams and to communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical clients.
• Familiarity with protocols such as TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF, and VRF technologies.
• Experience with common firewalls (e.g., Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Palo Alto), including rule creation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Gigamon a plus but not required
• Exposure to intrusion detection and prevention systems, and the ability to interpret alerts.
• Familiarity with IT change control and documentation best practices.

Essential Requirements:

• US Citizenship is required.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.