What we are looking for…
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network/Systems Engineer with advanced expertise in modernizing cybersecurity frameworks. This role plays an instrumental part in implementing a reinvented Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) to revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape.The candidate will support the ongoing DoD modernization effort.
what you will do…
- Design and Integrate Security Solutions: Lead the design, engineering, integration, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance, and review of infrastructure, hardware, and software to effectively manage and enhance the security and risk posture of network resources, aligning with overall security strategies.
- Stay Updated on Technology Trends: Maintain awareness of market and technology trends to identify and implement best-of-breed security solutions, ensuring clients benefit from the latest advancements.
- Develop and Implement System Concepts: Create system concepts and apply systems engineering life cycle processes to translate strategic cybersecurity objectives into practical engineering solutions and outcomes.
- Configure Cyber Systems: Configure and tailor cyber systems to meet user requirements, ensuring that security measures are both effective and user-centric.
- Apply Advanced Principles and Concepts: Utilize leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts in cybersecurity, contributing to the development of innovative new practices and approaches within the organization.
- Solve Complex Problems: Address highly complex problems with innovative solutions, leveraging comprehensive knowledge across mission critical tasks.
- Lead Major Technology Projects: Plan and lead significant technology projects, evaluate performance outcomes, and recommend substantial changes to drive project growth and success in the short term.
- Function as a Technical Expert: Provide technical expertise across diverse project assignments, offering specialized guidance and input for strategic decision-making.
- Mentor and Supervise Technical Staff: Mentor and supervise employees, enhancing their technical competencies and contributing to the team’s overall expertise and performance.
what you will bring…
- Ability to work on-site in Fort Meade, MD at least 3 days/week.
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in network and systems engineering, with a focus on security.
- An active Top Secret security clearance.
- Experience with Kafka/Confluent, Kubernetes operators.
- Experience creating data partitioning strategies and monitoring topics for performance.
- Experience deploying and upgrading Kafka clusters in high availability containerized environments.
- Experience utilizing observability platforms (Elastic, Datadog, etc) to configure monitoring for data pipelines to ensure high availability and throughput, low latency, and alerting
- Knowledge of stream processing pipelines and analytics.
- Experience with Apache NiFi, multi-cluster or containerized environment experience preferred.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, including threats, vulnerabilities, security operations, encryption, boundary defense, auditing, authentication, and supply chain risk management.
- Experience writing playbooks and scripts for automation tools including Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC).
- Python or Bash scripting experience.
- DoD8570 IAT II Compliance Certification required (Such as Sec+, CCNA, SSCP, GSEC, etc.)
Stand out with...
- Experience documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.
- Experience using Splunk tools in infrastructure planning, data collection and comprehension, development, integration, configuring data inputs and forwarders, data management, and/or monitoring. (Already Splunk Certified a major plus)
- Experience with Network Security Technologies such as Multiple Domain, PKI, SSP, and/or Vulnerability Assessment.
- Experience with High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) devices for in-line Network Encryption.
- Experience with Puppet, Docker/Rancher, SALT.
- Comprehensive knowledge across key network security tasks and high-impact assignments.
- Proven ability to work on complex problems and deliver innovative solutions.
- Experience leading and managing technology projects.
- Strong mentorship and leadership skills.
Who we are…
August Schell proudly offers over three decades of cybersecurity expertise, providing our customers with innovative solutions and engineering agility to tackle their toughest challenges. Our team collaborates as a dynamic force united by a shared vision of driving transformative impact and delivering excellence. We value the diverse perspectives and uniqueness every member contributes, recognizing how each enhances our approach to developing the best solutions for our customers and partners. Our pursuit for excellence is not just a mission – it is the reflection of our dedication to harnessing the power of diversity, knowledge, innovations, and commitment.
all are welcome…
August Schell is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We believe that diversity, inclusion, and recognizing that our employees bring unique differences, perspectives, and ideals that are the backbone of our success. We welcome all persons and the talent they have to offer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.
