Network Detection Engineer; Corelight - Secret Clearance Security Clearance

Position: Network Detection Engineer (Corelight) - Secret Clearance with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions is seekinga Network Detection Corelight Engineer to support a Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program for Department of Homeland Security remotely out of Fairfax, VA. The team is seeking a skilled security engineer to assist with the implementation and administration of Corelight services to support the enhancement and automation of existing continuous network monitoring capabilities for the agencies.

Clearance:
Secret clearance, ability to obtain DHS/CISA EOD

Location:

100% remote, Fairfax, VA (must be local for occasional meetings) This job opens for applications on 6/11/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date Responsibilities of the Network Detection Engineer:
* Collaborate with a highly skilled team dedicated to developing next-generation security solutions for discovering, capturing, and managing endpoint data and IT assets.

* Act as a trusted advisor and technical authority in cybersecurity, driving innovation and expanding capabilities within existing engagements.

* Provide subject matter expertise across a range of security domains.

* Contribute to the design and scoping of complex, multi-vendor security architectures for large-scale networks.

* Execute IT tasks including system design, analysis, testing, debugging, and the implementation of integration scripts.

* Coordinate closely with customer delivery managers to align and prioritize daily operational tasks.

* Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including security configurations and Concept of Operations (CONOPS).

* Engage with cross-functional engineering teams and participate in technical discussions with agency specialists.

* Produce detailed technical documentation covering system design, configuration, and analytical findings.

* Identify and address data quality and coverage gaps in security tools by collaborating with agency experts and vendors.
Qualifications of the Network Detection Engineer:
* Secret clearance required
* Must be willing and able to pass a DHS background check to obtain a DHS/CISA EOD Clearance

* Bachelor's degree and 3-8 years experience (4+ years experience in lieu of formal degree)

* Hands on experience with Core Light

* Experience with configuring, deploying and/or using network detection and response (NDR) tools

* Ability to manage and configure policies of network monitoring tools

* Ability to work closely with customer's network and operations team to resolve issues or security concerns of tools/services and with vendors in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to security tools

* Familiarity with approaches and tools for monitoring and analyzing network traffic, including passive monitoring, packet capture and inspection

* Knowledge of networking, firewalls, and Cloud environments. Compensation of the Network Detection Engineer:
* Total compensation based on experience level - $120,000 - $135,000+
** based on experience level*
* * Full Benefits: PTO, 11 Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state law, Cigna Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with ADP

* Certification reimbursement

* Fully remote work

* Contract mobility and job stability through Zachary Piper Solutions
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