Senior Network Security Engineer

Position: Senior Network Security Engineer **
Overview:

Sim Ventions, consistently voted one Virginia's Best Places to Work, is looking for an experienced network security professional to join our team! As a Network Security Engineer IV, you will perform all aspects of network security including the design, implementation, configuration, and control enforcement of security controls on hardware and software components of network devices. You will collaborate with Cybersecurity professionals on overall cyber readiness defense and system accreditation efforts.

** Position is contingent upon award of contract, anticipated in December of 2025. **

Clearance:

An ACTIVE Secret clearance (IT Level II Tier 5 / Special-Sensitive Position) is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements:

• In-depth understanding of computer security, military system specifications, and DoD cybersecurity policies
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations
• Must possess one of the following DoD
  -M IAT Level III baseline certifications:
  • CASP+ CE
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • CISSP (Associate)
  • CISSP
  • GCED
  • GCIH
  • CCSP

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, configure, and enforce network security controls across routers, switches, firewalls, and endpoint devices
• Manage enterprise level of Active Directory (AD)
• Perform vulnerability assessments using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tool
• Configure and secure Cisco networking devices in accordance with DoD policies and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Utilize packet analyzer tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and provide solutions
• Deploy, configure, and manage firewall and Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) solutions for proactive threat detection and prevention

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

A combined total of ten (10) years of full-time professional experience in all of the following skillsets/disciplines:

• Network Security to include the design, implementation, configuration, and enforcement of security controls on network, hardware, and software components and devices
• STIG implementation
• Management of enterprise level deployment of Active Directory
• Performing vulnerability assessments with the ACAS tool
• Configuration Cisco networking devices
• Analysis of network traffic utilizing tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump
• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues
• Implementation and management of firewalls and IDS/IPS solutions

Possess a current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Compensation:

Compensation at Sim Ventions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $110,000-$170,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that Sim Ventions offers.

Benefits:

At Sim Ventions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being…