Network Security Engineer

About the role

Boeing’s Missile Defense Program is seeking a motivated and talented Network Security Engineer to support the National Team Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) Programs & Networks. This role contributes to the Ballistic Missile Defense System that defends the United States homeland and its regional allies worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Assess compliance of information systems with DoD RMF standards by reviewing, verifying, and validating required DoD IA RMF documentation and artifacts per DoDI 8510.01.
• Develop cyber-secure network device configurations for firewalls, switches, and routers.
• Serve as a primary Network Security Engineer supporting the C2BMC Program.
• Plan, deploy, integrate, and test upgrades to the C2BMC network at operational sites.
• Conduct independent research on networking and security topics and produce findings reports.
• Ensure team devices are STIG-compliant and hardened appropriately, executing all required cyber protocols.
• Assist with real-world events as needed.
• Work 100% onsite at Colorado Springs, CO, with potential access to MDA facilities requiring a U.S. government background investigation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or non‑US equivalent directly related to the work statement.
• In the USA, ABET accreditation is preferred but not required.
• 2 or more years of related work experience.
• IAT Level II 8570 compliant certification such as CompTIA Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.
• U.S. citizenship and a valid U.S. passport.
• Ability to travel to alternate work locations such as Schriever Space Force Base.
• Understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, VLANs, UDP Multicast.
• Firewall configuration knowledge (Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto).
• Knowledge of ACL design and function.
• Hands-on experience with multi-vendor switching/routing (Juniper, Cisco).
• Effective communication skills with excellent writing and presentation abilities using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to design security configurations and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with the NIST CVE framework.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with other network and system engineers.
• Intermediate knowledge of security design, development, and testing methodologies.
• Experience applying standard DoD security practices such as STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation.
• Ability to thoroughly document project design and development efforts.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments to explain network security requirements and compliance.
• Ability to learn security hardening basics for a wide range of niche products, software, and applications.
• Ability to summarize, brief, and recommend solutions to security issues to leadership.
• Understanding of VMware and ESXi STIGing/hardening basics.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (or one active within the past 24 months).
• Acceptance by industry partner resource control board.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years of related experience.
• Scripting knowledge in Python, Ansible, or PowerShell.
• Solid understanding of JUNOS.
• Prior C2BMC experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid parental leave for mothers and fathers.
• 401k matching with immediate 100% vesting.
• Tuition assistance for earning advanced degrees.
• Paid medical leave programs.
• Student Loan Match within the 401(k) plan.
• Employee referral bonuses of $1,500.

Pay

Summary Pay Range (Associate Level – Level 2): $102,000 – $138,000. Salary is based on candidate experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.