Network Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Develop reliable, secure networks supporting critical Department of Defense missions .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network security design and implementation, particularly for Department of Defense missions, with a strong focus on firewall management, cloud networking, and security best practices. Proven ability to mentor teams and provide innovative solutions to complex network challenges.

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Network Security DesignFirewall ManagementCloud Networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)Palo Alto FirewallsSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Network SecurityIntrusion Detection SystemsVulnerability AssessmentPacket Analysis (Wireshark)Boundary ProtectionSD-WANAnsiblePythonDevice HardeningTraffic Analysis

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentoringCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SIEMMonitoring ToolsLog CollectorsFirewallsSecurity Appliances

Industry Keywords

DoD IT PoliciesCloud Security PoliciesSTIGsDoD Cloud SRGOperational Network Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop reliable, secure networks supporting critical Department of Defense missions
Collaborate with SMEs, customers, vendors, and users to determine strategic goals and operational network requirements
Provide expertise during acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components
Resolve interoperability issues across platforms
Support acquisition of hardware
Design and test new boundary security capabilities in lab environments
Implement tested boundary security capabilities into production environments
Support implementation teams with remote network firewall and security appliance support
Identify and support security requirements for switched and routed networks
Implement network security best-practice configurations and associated hardware and software
Assess complex client enterprise network deployments
Apply security principles, theories, and concepts
Contribute to development of new principles and concepts
Provide innovative solutions to complex problems
Mentor or supervise employees in company and technical competencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience with network security and the design of IT systems or networks for large commercial enterprises or government agencies
3+ years of experience with firewall and enterprise security design, including device hardening, intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems, SIEM, firewalls, internet protocol security, and vulnerability assessment
Experience with Palo Alto firewalls or Cisco or Juniper firewalls
Experience with packet analysis tools, including Wireshark
Experience with monitoring tools and log collectors to perform analysis of traffic
Experience with boundary protection
Secret clearance required
HS diploma or GED
Experience designing and implementing cloud-native and over-the-top networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP
Experience with SD-WAN
Experience with Ansible or Python
Experience with public speaking, prior publications, and speaking engagements in industry or vendor forums
Knowledge of DoD IT and cloud security policies, including STIGs and DoD Cloud SRG, and how to apply them to the design and implementation of cloud solutions
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program
Identity verification and fraud protection process