cFocus Software Incorporated · 16 hours ago
HHS - Sr. Network Security Engineer / Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expcFocus Software Incorporated seeks a Sr. Network Security Engineer / Architect to join their program supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The role involves monitoring networks for intrusions, designing secure network architectures, and collaborating with various teams to ensure effective network security operations.
ChatbotGovernmentInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Monitor HRSA networks for intrusions, anomalies, and threats using SOC-approved tools
Administer, configure, and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other network security technologies
Design and implement secure network architectures, including zero trust and micro-segmentation models
Review and tune network security policies, signatures, and profiles to reduce false positives and enhance detection
Monitor and maintain the health of network security devices and coordinate remediation of outages or issues
Develop, deploy, and manage indicators of compromise (IOCs) across network security platforms
Support cloud-based network security controls, including WAFs and hybrid network architectures
Collaborate with Network Operations and SOC teams to troubleshoot complex network security issues
Develop network security workflows, SOPs, and architecture documentation
Implement automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness of network security operations
Perform tool upgrades, patches, and configuration changes following HRSA change management processes
Provide recommendations for security tool improvements and architectural enhancements
Participate in incident response activities and maintain on-call support as required
Ensure network security controls align with NIST SP 800-53, DISA STIGs, CIS benchmarks, and Zero Trust guidance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in network security engineering or architecture roles
Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls, IDS/IPS, network monitoring, and WAF technologies
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, and secure network design principles
Experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture and network segmentation strategies
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks including NIST RMF, FISMA, and OMB guidance
Experience supporting SOC operations and incident response activities
Ability to obtain and maintain a Moderate or High-Risk Public Trust (Tier 2/Tier 4) clearance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
CISSP, CCSP, CCNP, GNSP, AWS or Azure Security certification (preferred)
Company
cFocus Software Incorporated
cFocus Software automates FedRAMP compliance and develops government chatbots for the Azure Government Cloud, Office 365, and SharePoint.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Manisha Griesinger, MPH, MSc
Program Manager | U.S. EPA Office of the Chief Financial Officer
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