Network Security Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Assist the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Office of Information Technology (AIT) Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) Services as part of the ITIPSS contract.

• Deliver network perimeter security, support enterprise infrastructure, and coordinate security audit remediation efforts across AIT Network Infrastructure and Enterprise Services teams.

• Maintain and support firewalls, including CheckPoint and Fortinet.

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure components such as Aruba ClearPass, NAC Bluecoat, Web Filters/Zscaler, Infoblox, and IronPort Mail Relays.

• Oversee TIC/Internet Access Providers (IAPs), web filtering, external email routing, and IPv6 upgrades.

• Collaborate with FAA Information Security and Privacy for certification, accreditation, and various security initiatives.

• Perform network troubleshooting and provide support for enterprise network infrastructure.

• Act as a documentation specialist for the FAA Security Audit initiative.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT Management, Business Systems, or MIS.

• Over 5 years of relevant experience.

• Strong background in network infrastructure, including routing, switching, and troubleshooting.

• Experience with firewalls, preferably Checkpoint, with acceptable knowledge of Fortinet and other platforms.

• Familiarity with Zscaler, web filtering, NAC, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and email relay systems.

• Skills in documentation and coordination for audit remediation initiatives.

• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and technical teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.