JANUS Research Group ยท 1 day ago
Cybersecurity Engineer - Augusta
Fort Gordon, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yrJANUS Research Group is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and defending the enterprise network infrastructure. The role involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of mission-critical systems while serving as a subject matter expert on network security and responding to network-based threats.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Security Architecture & Implementation: Designs, implements, and maintains secure network architectures. Leads the security testing and hardening of new IOS code for routers and switches, and ensures all new infrastructure is deployed with secure, compliant configurations
Compliance & Hardening: Owns the application, validation, and documentation of current Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) across all network devices. Develops, maintains, and audits secure baseline configurations to prevent configuration drift and ensure a constant state of inspection readiness
Vulnerability & Risk Management: Conducts comprehensive risk analyses and vulnerability assessments of the network infrastructure. Provides technical leadership and recommendations on secure networking solutions and architectures to mitigate identified threats
Security Operations & Incident Response: Serves as the Tier-3 technical lead for network-based security incidents. Leads advanced troubleshooting and forensic analysis to identify the root cause of security events and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Strategic Planning & Integration: Collaborates with network engineering and project management teams to integrate security requirements into the project lifecycle. Participates in enterprise security architecture planning, evaluation, and documentation to ensure alignment with defense-in-depth and Zero Trust strategies
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position
Expert knowledge of network security principles and hands-on experience with security hardware and software (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN gateways)
Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply, and audit security frameworks and hardening guides, such as DoD STIGs and CIS Benchmarks
Strong command of Layer 2/3 routing and switching protocols, client/server environments, and secure network design methodologies
Proficiency with network vulnerability scanning tools and the ability to analyze results to prioritize and execute remediation actions
Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to apply cybersecurity principles to defend against sophisticated, modern threats
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, Security+, or CEH
Experience with log correlation and analysis using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms
Benefits
Health and welfare plans
Financial products
Referral bonus program
Various employee awards
Company
JANUS Research Group
JANUS Research is an innovative, mid-sized company dedicated to providing customers with lasting solutions to their most complex challenges.
Founded in 1997
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Martin
Chief Technology Officer
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