Network Engineer 2

Overview Secret Clearance Required to Start. The Company Missile Defense Programs support the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) mission to develop and deploy a layered Missile Defense System to defend the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends from missile attacks in all phases of flight. Be a part of our passionate and highly-motivated team who are excited to be on the forefront of defense of our nation. Responsibilities Partner directly with the Cyber Engineering organization to embed and validate cybersecurity solutions on the C2BMC platform at COS HWY-83, ensuring all security controls are correctly implemented and fully tested. Serve as the primary liaison with the Cyber Test Facility (CTF) at MIDOC, coordinate test events, validate test plans submitted by cyber teams, brief program leadership on the analysis of the test plan, and assist teams in identifying the specific cyber requirements needed for successful execution. Facilitate the timely delivery of capabilities and solutions while maintaining a strong focus on vulnerability management. End-to-end handling of Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) tickets, Cyber Tasking Orders (CTO), Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) remediation, vendor-issued patch integration, and the application and verification of DISA STIG configurations. 12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity. Qualifications 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. Active full Secret DoD Secret security clearance at start. DoD 8140 IAT-Level II certification (e.g., Security+ or higher) at start. Strong working knowledge of cyber capabilities—patch management, multi-factor authentication, host-based security, intrusion detection, security event management, active/passive system scanning, and defense-in-depth. Strong working knowledge of core cyber capabilities—patch management, Group Policy Object (GPO) management, and proven remediation techniques for addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats, plus security-engineering expertise in Information Assurance technologies, NIST standards, DoDI8500.2, and RMF security controls. Hands‑on experience throughout the Agile development lifecycle, specifically using the Scrum framework—identifying requirements, defining user stories, and participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews. Review test plans and test cases supplied by development teams, verify correct implementation, execute the tests, and provide clear, actionable feedback to ensure compliance with cyber security requirements. Experience configuring cyber audit tools, performing cyber vulnerability assessments, and handling configuration activities. Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models and testing processes, combined with proficiency in cyber‑tool software applications. Leadership experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to support complex organizational relationships. Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills for presenting technical cyber issues and reports to government stakeholders, program management, and other functional areas. Preferred: Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts to solve a wide range of difficult problems with imaginative and thorough solutions; works under general direction, results reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives; frequent internal and external customer contacts and represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. CTS pays for referrals #J-18808-Ljbffr