Senior Network Security Engineer

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to lead secure enterprise network design, implementation, and governance across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructures aligned to enterprise expectations and CMMC Level 2 requirements
• Design and manage firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, micro segmentation, and encryption controls
• Re-architect network infrastructure to support scalability and growth
• Ensure VLAN segmentation and align network controls with zero-trust principles
• Perform daily monitoring of network health and detect zero-day exploits
• Monitor network traffic, identify threats, and lead incident response activities
• Develop and enforce security standards aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC
• Support secure cloud connectivity and hybrid architectures
• Lead network upgrades, design Wi-Fi architectures, and support office buildouts
• Evaluate new technologies and lead related implementation efforts
• Occasional travel to offices across the US for project-related work

Requirements

• US citizen
• Ability to obtain clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with enterprise network and firewall technologies (any relevant)
• Secret clearance
• Relevant credentials listed: CCNP, GIAC, CEH, or CMMC
• Network access control implementation experience

Relevant Technologies

• Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS
• Micro segmentation, encryption controls
• VLAN segmentation, zero-trust
• Wi-Fi architectures
• NIST SP 800-171, CMMC Level 2, CUI
• Network access control

Location, Work Style, and Travel

• Location: Wakefield, MA (hybrid); Massachusetts
• Work location: Wakefield HQ or Remote
• Travel: 10%

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex, compliance-driven initiatives
• Ability to document the environment and keep it up to date
• Accountability, collaboration, transparency, trust

Compensation and Notes

• Salary: USD 160,000 - 165,000 per year
• Final compensation may be determined by federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications
• Position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received
• Selected applicants may be eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays