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Networking Technologies + Support

Security Engineer (CMMC)

richmond, VA

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Networking Technologies + Support lists this Security Engineer (CMMC) opportunity in richmond, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Join a Team That Secures Innovation

At Networking Technologies + Support (NTS), we're passionate about delivering secure, innovative technology solutions that help organizations thrive. As a leading Managed Services Provider (MSP), we design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, and networking solutions for commercial, healthcare, government, and regulated industries.

We are seeking an experienced Security Engineer with expertise in Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and enterprise security architecture to join our growing engineering team.

Position Overview

The Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and supporting enterprise network and security infrastructures while ensuring compliance with CMMC and other cybersecurity frameworks. This role requires strong experience with secure network architecture, security controls, risk mitigation, and enterprise networking technologies.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical expert who enjoys solving complex security challenges while working collaboratively with clients and internal engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and support secure enterprise network architectures.

Design and maintain environments that meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.

Implement and maintain security controls aligned with industry best practices.

Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure.

Develop and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and security architecture documentation.

Implement and support firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, NAC, and secure remote access solutions.

Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching technologies in enterprise environments.

Analyze security risks and recommend remediation strategies.

Participate in security assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives.

Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate secure network solutions into client environments.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated experience supporting organizations with CMMC compliance (Required)

Minimum 5-10 years of enterprise networking and security engineering experience.

Strong experience designing and implementing secure enterprise network architectures.

Expert knowledge of Cisco routing and switching technologies.

Extensive experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise networking equipment.

Strong understanding of:

BGP

OSPF

EIGRP

VLANs

STP

VTP

VRFs

Experience implementing and supporting:

Enterprise Firewalls

VPN technologies

Access Control Lists (ACLs)

802.1X Network Access Control

Experience with Microsoft enterprise environments and secure infrastructure.

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Required Certifications

Candidates should possess one or more of the following:

Active experience supporting CMMC compliance (Required)

Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCNP Data Center

Cisco CCIE or CCDE

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

Alto Networks

Fortinet

Juniper Networks

Meraki

HPE Aruba

Sophos

Brocade

Additional cybersecurity certifications are a plus:

PNPT

CRTO

eCPPT

CPTS

CRTP

Experience with advanced security research and offensive security technologies:

DragonOS

RF Hacking

Software-Defined Radio (SDR)

HITB Training

Why Join NTS?

Competitive salary based on experience and certifications

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development and advanced technical training

Exposure to enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity projects

Collaborative engineering culture with experienced technical professionals

Career advancement opportunities within a growing Managed Services Provider

Pay: 90k - 100k

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

If you're passionate about cybersecurity, enterprise networking, and helping organizations build secure, resilient environments while supporting CMMC compliance, we'd love to hear from you.

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Worksite address

richmond, VA, 23214, US

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