Cloud Network Security Engineer (Job 1393)

About Us

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

Overview

We are searching for a driven and dynamic Security Engineer to join our growing team . This position is based in Bethesda, MD.

This role provides support to our client in cloud architecture, data interoperability, and security engineering support for the SCHARE platform and related data environments. This includes secure cloud configuration, metadata architecture, system integration across platforms, API enablement, and compliance with agency and federal government cybersecurity and information management regulations and requirements. The role also supports ATO-related activities in coordination with the agency CIO organization, including preparation of technical artifacts and remediation support, and implementation and maintenance of technical controls, vulnerability remediation, and securing data environments to ensure ongoing compliance.

Responsibilities

Create network traffic rules in Azure

Create network routing maps

Maintain documentation of subnets (13+), VLANs, and VoIP

Manage SSL certificate requests

Run PowerShell reports on Active Directory objects

Stand-up cloud networking resources

Process DNS requests for public websites and IT resources (IPAM, Infoblox)

Interface with external IT service providers regarding networking change requests from lab staff

Test data transfer rates and channel bandwidth between buildings

Gather data storage requirements from lab staff for implementation into the existing IT data storage architecture

Perform analysis, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of complex system security issues

Recommend, design, develop, test, configure, and implement a broad array of system security solutions

Inform and escalate security risk problems, such as high/critical vulnerabilities and risk acceptance methods

Support a federal healthcare enterprise environment by collaborating with and providing support to other IT Operational Service Areas (Server/Storage, Network, Service Desk, Application Development) in the design, development, and testing of solutions, as well as diagnosing, troubleshooting, and remediation of issues

Draft and maintain technical design and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents

Document work performed in issue tracking system

Provide recommendations for mitigations or corrective actions to resolve identified vulnerabilities or security concerns, and take corrective actions at the direction of the customer

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience and appropriate technical certifications, with at least twelve (12) years of experience in information technology and (4) years leading or performing systems engineering or related functions.

This position requires strong written and verbal technical communication skills, excellent organization and time management skills, and the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.

Experience supporting, designing, configuring, implementing and/or administering at least three (3) of the following:

Antivirus and malware protection solutions

Privileged access management solutions

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions

Automation of log collection

Analysis of log data

Development of monitors and alerts based on security and operational requirements

Vulnerability analysis and remediation solutions

Active Directory Group Policy

Disk Encryption technologies and solutions

Experience managing private networks within Azure

Comprehensive RBAC and EntraID knowledge

Able to work with vendors to evaluate, procure, implement, and maintain SaaS tools

Able to work within a ticketing system (SNow) to process various engineering related requests

Basic understanding of SQL, database, and web-app resources

Exposure to and experience managing resources within Azure and AWS

Experience managing SaaS/PaaS tiered storage tools

Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or other containerization tools

Experience with endpoint management tools such as Intune/Ivanti/PDQ/Jamf

Experience with Cisco ISE (NAC), Infoblox (IPAM), and AWS (archival storage)

Passion and skill for quickly learning new tools and approaches

Ability to adapt to rapidly changing requirements with a flexible and creative engineering-focused approach to brainstorming, troubleshooting, and problem-solving

Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications from (ISC)², CompTIA, SANS, or other well-recognized certifying body:

(ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

MSCE: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (current or current version-1)

Basic Compensation: $150,000 - $158,000 yearly salary

The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.

Benefits

DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, parental leave, legal services, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.

EEO

DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.

DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process