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Maximus Senior Network Security Engineer - 20826 in Atlanta, Georgia

Description and Requirements This role is available for a hybrid work schedule, but candidates must reside within commuting distance of Atlanta, Georgia.

REQUIRED SKILLS: * Due to Federal requirements, only US Citizens may be considered for this role. Additionally, successful candidates will be required to complete a government-sponsored background investigation for Public Trust clearance. * Bachelors degree in computer engineering, computer science, cybersecurity or other similar degree. 10 years work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * 10+ years experience with IT Network Administration. * 5 years experience with IT Network Security. * Experience with Federal Security Operations Center capabilities. * Proven ability to implement, configure, and support activities with Cisco switches and Palo Alto firewalls. * Understanding of how to develop, identify and research new ways to interact with data and visualization to provide customers advanced awareness of the operational environment. * Advanced knowledge of cyber threats, tools, techniques and processes. * Network certification, such as CCNA or CCNP. * Experience with implementing, configuring and managing network security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and virtual private networks (VPNs). * Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks. * Experience with developing and implementing security policies and procedures. * Ability to monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activity. * Experience with responding to security incidents and taking appropriate action to contain and remediate the issue. * Ability to stay up to date with the latest network security threats and vulnerabilities. * Experience with documenting network security activities and procedures. * Experience with collaborating with other IT staff and stakeholders to ensure the overall security of the network.

Desired skills: * Experience with the Department of Health and Human Services or the Department of Homeland Security. * Desire to analyze and understand data and find anomalies. * Thought leadership in prototyping cyber tools and capabilities. * Demonstrated ability to build trusted advisor relationships with clients. * Experience with security compliance frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and HIPAA. * Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell. * Experience with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools. * Experience with cloud security technologies. * Experience with Palo Alto Prisma. * Certification in network security, such as CISSP; Palo Alto Firewall certification.

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Minimum Requirements * Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS165, T3, Band 6

EEO Statement Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. Were proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status

Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position $ 110,000.00 Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position $ 120,000.00

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