Network Security - Remote

Overview

Lead design, implementation, and oversight of network security for USCIS infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• security architecture
• risk reporting
• policy deployment
• incident response
• traffic monitoring
• security governance

Tasks

-Serve as the technical authority and advisor on all network security matters: design, architecture, standards, tools, processes, and best practices. -Generate network security assessments, risk reports, system design reviews, and documentation; provide regular briefings to USCIS stakeholders and senior leadership. -Support configuration, deployment, and tuning of security policies on network devices and systems ensuring optimal security without undue operational impact. -Provide mentoring, knowledge transfer, and guidance to junior team members and other supporting staff. -Participate in incident response: network-focused investigation, containment, remediation, lessons learned. -Monitor network traffic and logs to detect anomalous or suspicious activity; perform forensic / deep packet or packet capture analysis when necessary. -Define and help enforce security governance for the network domain: policies, standards, guidelines; review changes through architecture review boards. -Ensure compliance with applicable frameworks and regulations: DHS, NIST (e.g. 800-53 / RMF), FIPS, HSPD-12, Federal policies, USCIS directives, etc. -Lead the evaluation and implementation of network security technologies: firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, NDR (network detection & response), network segmentation, Zero Trust / micro‐segmentation architectures. -Stay up to date with latest threat vectors, network security tools, attack techniques, and ensure continuous improvement of network defenses. -Collaborate with engineering, operations, and security teams to define secure network architectures, including transition/migration to cloud-based and hybrid platforms. -Assess USCIS network vulnerabilities—both infrastructure (on-prem, WAN/LAN, wireless) and cloud / hybrid environments—and recommend mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• cissp
• ccnp security
• zero trust
• aws
• nist
• automation

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in computer science / information technology / Cybersecurity or related; advanced degree is a plus. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to perform risk / threat assessments. -Federal security standards: NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA, DHS policies, etc. -Understanding or experience with emerging architectures: zero trust, micro‐segmentation, SASE, SD-WAN, etc. -WAN / LAN / wireless network architectures. -Leadership skills: able to guide teams, provide recommendations, and drive security strategy. -Must pass a Public Trust background check. -Demonstrated experience with: -Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, network segmentation. -U.S. Citizenship. -Experience with automation of network security operations (e.g., configuration management, IaC, orchestration). -Significant experience (typically 10+ years) in network engineering and security in large-scale, enterprise-level environments. -Excellent communication skills: able to translate technical details to non-technical stakeholders; produce reports, proposals, and policy documents. -Certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, CCIE (Security), GIAC certifications, etc. -Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) or hybrid cloud. -Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and integrating security in agile / CI/CD pipelines. -Network monitoring / SIEM / NDR / tools that analyze traffic and logs. -Experience in USCIS / DHS environment or other federal agencies.

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About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

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Security Clearance

-must pass a public trust background check.