Full-Time

Senior Network Security Engineer

Posted on 9/26/2025

AnaVation LLC

AnaVation LLC

51-200 employees

IT engineering services for federal government

No salary listed

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

Category
IT & Security (2)
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Required Skills
PowerShell
Python
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience in network engineering, administration, and security.
  • 8+ years of experience in control implementation and secure system engineering or design.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching.
  • Expertise in configuring and managing Palo Alto firewalls.
  • Experience with other networking technologies such as Linksys, Dell etc.
  • Strong scripting skills for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
  • Knowledge of network protocols, packet analysis, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
  • Able to deliver and present security compliance to a wide range of audiences (i.e., system owners, division leadership).
  • Strong desire to learn, grow and is highly motivated.
  • Certifications: Professional network and security certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, PCNSA, PCNSE, CISSP)are highly preferred.
  • This position requires a Public Trust.
Responsibilities
  • Engineer, secure, and administer enterprise network infrastructures, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS solutions.
  • Architect and deploy network solutions using a variety of technologies (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Linksy, Dell).
  • Design, develop and document secure network architectures; integrate security throughout the system and network lifecycle, aligning with compliance requirements and organizational mission needs.
  • Perform network administration duties: configuration updates, firmware management, access reviews, routing/switching optimization, and log/audit management.
  • Conduct vulnerability scanning, remediation, patching, and hardening of network devices.
  • Troubleshoot complex network and security issues; provide incident response and recovery support.
  • Ensure technical compliance with applicable security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., DISA SITGs, NIST 800-53, RMF).
  • Collaborate with ISSOs, Assessors, System Owners, and other stakeholders to implement security controls.
  • Support security assessments, audits, and accreditation/authorization (ATO) activities.
  • Document security configurations, engineering solutions, and compliance evidence.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve security-related technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Promoting information security awareness across the program, ensuring security controls and processes are implemented.
  • Maintain awareness of new technologies and trends and bring solutions to the client.
  • Able to work independently with minimal guidance.
  • Other related duties assigned by the program manager and government leadership.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience configuring and operating enterprise storage area networks (SAN).
  • Understanding of cloud systems and security tools.
  • Proficiency with security tools such as Splunk, Tenable, CrowdStrike, Panorama.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.

AnaVation LLC provides IT engineering and cybersecurity services to the U.S. Federal Government. It helps agencies solve complex technical and analytical problems by delivering services such as intelligence collection and processing, analytical systems, big data solutions, and cybersecurity measures. The company operates by winning government contracts and projects, offering cost-effective and tailored solutions through a team of professionals called AnaVators who work to improve clients’ operational efficiency and security. AnaVation differentiates itself by focusing on deeply specialized government IT engineering expertise, long-term customer relationships, and a values-driven culture that emphasizes employees’ growth and positive work environment. The goal is to be a trusted partner for federal agencies, delivering practical, mission-focused engineering solutions that address their toughest technical challenges.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Federal cybersecurity spending reaches $15.4B by 2027; zero-trust and cloud security drive demand.
  • DoD allocates $8B+ through 2027 for cloud migration and legacy modernization projects.
  • Forensics and incident response services grow 18% annually as cyber threats escalate.

What critics are saying

  • CACI's $8.7B Applied Insight acquisition displaces AnaVation's small business set-aside advantages.
  • Palantir's $1.2B Army Vantage contract extension locks AnaVation out of intelligence fusion missions.
  • Commercial AI platforms like AWS Bedrock render 40% of AnaVation's proprietary systems obsolete.

What makes AnaVation LLC unique

  • AnaVation achieved FedRAMP High and DoD IL-4/5 authorization via AWS Bedrock integration.
  • Integrated end-to-end solutions across cybersecurity, big data, and analytics attract consolidating federal agencies.
  • Specialized expertise in intelligence collection, forensics, and exploitation serves niche IC/DoD missions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Life Insurance

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