Network Security Analyst

Requirements:

• Approximately 3–5 years of hands-on experience in network design, implementation, or support
• Hands-on experience in IT security or system administration
• Working knowledge of secure network design, security architecture, compliance tools, data protection, and access models
• Ability to analyze logs, alerts, and network telemetry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Network security-focused certification such as PCNSE or CCNA
• Strongly desired: experience with CMS ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, NIST, or other FISMA Risk Management Frameworks; repeatable security processes for compliant enterprise architectures; and security considerations for multitenant cloud environments and vendor integrations
• Hands-on technical experience with secure network design, Windows, macOS and Linux, switching and routing, enterprise firewalls, network auditing, IDS/IPS, network security monitoring, SIEM platforms such as QRadar, vulnerability scanners such as Nessus or Qualys, and cloud infrastructure security
• Preferred: experience in regulated environments or supporting health IT or government organizations; familiarity with FISMA, NIST, CMS ARC-AMPE, and HIPAA standards; and knowledge of Azure or AWS cloud network security controls
• Preferred certification: CISSP or Security+

Responsibilities:

• Support leadership, business units, partners, and vendors in day-to-day cybersecurity operations, working independently on technical tasks and assisting senior analysts with complex initiatives
• Help advance network security and compliance solutions
• Investigate and respond to daily network alerts
• Assess network security implications of proposed firewall and infrastructure changes
• Conduct technical analysis for network security planning and engineering
• Review connectivity, website-blocking, and firewall rule requests to identify elevated risks to the agency
• Analyze on-premises and cloud networks for potential threats
• Develop, review, and analyze network traffic reports for violations of agency standards governing ports, protocols, and services
• Monitor emerging threat vectors and recommend countermeasures
• Coordinate with other agency teams to implement security controls
• Support cloud and on-premises network changes and enhancement projects
• Help ensure compliance with ARC-AMPE, HIPAA, and organizational standards
• Assist with KPI development and trend-report monitoring
• Participate in firewall configuration reviews and ruleset recertification
• Advise technical teams on best practices
• Perform additional SOC duties as assigned

Technologies:

• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• CMS
• Firewall
• Support
• Linux
• macOS
• Network
• Security
• Windows

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This hands-on technical role reports to the Office of Cybersecurity SOC lead, whose team safeguards the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of client systems and services. The pay range is $47–$52 per hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k); a health savings account; short- and long-term disability insurance; life and AD&D insurance; paid sick leave where required by law; supplemental insurance options; identity theft protection; pet insurance; wellness programs; an employee assistance program; and career development opportunities. Benefit eligibility and terms may vary by employment status, length of service, and location, and paid sick leave follows applicable state and local requirements. Cynet Systems Inc., founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, provides technology staffing and workforce solutions to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver staffing solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional fields, with recruitment operations in North America and Asia. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise, we support organizations in building high-performing teams and professionals in growing their careers. Our certifications include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II.

last updated 43 week of 2026