About this opportunity
Networking Technologies and Support, Inc. lists this Security Engineer opportunity in virginia, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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:
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
Meraki
HPE Aruba
Sophos
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
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
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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Worksite address
virginia, IL, 62691, US
Who can apply
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