Network Security Technician (Active Secret)

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

 

Network Security Technician - full-time, direct-hire    Colorado Springs, CO  $105,000 - $112,000 - full benefits included    Active DoD Secret Clearance required prior to start - will be verified by recruiting team, uncleared candidates will be declined 

Summary

In this role the candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the assessment of compliance of information systems with DoD RMF standards (review, verify and validate required DoD IA RMF documentations and artifacts using DoDI 8510.01/DoD Risk Management Framework). Candidate must have proven experience in developing Cyber-secure Network device configurations (Firewalls, switches, routers). 

Responsibilities

• Candidate will be a primary Network Security Engineer supporting the program
• Candidate will be responsible for planning, deploying, integrating, and testing upgrades to the network to operational sites
• Candidate will be required to conduct research on different networking and security related topics independently and produce reports on findings
• Candidate will be required to make sure that the teams devices are STIG’s and hardened appropriately
• Along with running any and all Cyber protocols needed

Experience Required

• Scripting knowledge Python, Ansible, PowerShell (Desired)
• Solid understanding of JUNOS (Desired)
• Prior program experience (Desired)

Technical Skills Required

• Must be able to travel to alternate work locations, such as Schriever Space Force Base, to execute job duties such as deployments
• Must understand the OSI Model, TCP/IP, VLANs, UDP Multicast
• Must have firewall configuration knowledge such as Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto
• Must have knowledge of ACL design and function
• Must have hands on experience with multi-vendor switching/routing (Juniper, Cisco)
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools
• Must be able to design security configurations and testing procedures
• Must be familiar with NIST CVE framework
• Must have experience with virtualization
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment with other highly motivated network and system engineers
• Intermediate knowledge of security design, development, and testing methodologies
• Experienced in application of standard DOD security practices such as, STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts
• Able to thoroughly document project design and development efforts
• Able to collaborate with other departments to explain network security requirements and compliance
• Able to learn security hardening basics for wide range of niche products, software and applications
• Able to summarize, brief, and recommend solutions to security issues to leadership
• Understand basics of VMware and ESXi STIGing/Hardening 

Education Required

• Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree with 5 or more years of experience or a Master of Science Degree with 3 years of experience. Degrees must be in a relevant field of study
• Must have an IAT Level II (8570) Compliant Certification such as Security+ CE, CASP+CE, GSEC, SSCP, CND, GICSP, etc.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance (Top Secret Clearance Desired) 

Benefits: Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, flexible PTO program, 401k program. Come join a Top Places to Work organization!

 

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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