Networking Engineer

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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position – Networking Engineer / Richmond VA – (JOB-21920). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

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Job Description:
Networking Security Engineer

Contract: 6 Months, 6 Month Renewals
Hybrid: 4 days a week onsite
Local Candidates Only
Richmond, VA

No C2C Candidates!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Incident Response & Monitoring
o Detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
o Investigate alerts and anomalies using Splunk, SolarWinds, and Cisco Secure Endpoint, and Secure Network Analytics.
o Document and manage incidents and service requests using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow and Jira.

• Identity & Access Management (IAM)
o Administer and maintain IAM systems, including role-based access controls and user provisioning.
o Manage and troubleshoot MFA platforms such as DUO and Microsoft Authenticator.
o Work closely with directory services including Active Directory and Azure AD.
o Support NAC policies and enforcement to control device access to the network.
• Vulnerability & Threat Management
o Conduct regular vulnerability scans using Qualys.
o Collaborate with IT teams to remediate findings and strengthen security posture.

• Network & Cloud Security
o Monitor network traffic and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) for suspicious activity.
o Support cloud security initiatives using Cloudflare and Cisco Secure Access suite.
o Configure and maintain Cisco ThousandEyes for network visibility and performance.

• Documentation & Collaboration
o Maintain detailed records of incidents, investigations, and remediation efforts.
o Contribute to security awareness training and cross-functional collaboration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT operations, or related field.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles and MFA implementation.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Qualys, Nessus, DUO, SolarWinds, Splunk, Cloudflare, and EDR solutions.
• Familiarity with Cisco security products including Secure Access, Umbrella, AnyConnect, ThousandEyes and Secure Network Analytics.
• Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow and Jira.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory and Entra.
• Solid grasp of network protocols and traffic analysis.
• Certifications Required:
o CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT operations, or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and their security features.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Entra ID, and Defender for Identity.
• Exposure to Zero Trust implementation frameworks and NAC platforms (e.g., Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass).
• Actively pursuing or obtained an industry-standard certification such as:
o CISSP

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.

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