Systems and Network Security Engineer

MetaPhase ConsultingWashington D.c., United StatesOnsite

Description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it. Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.

Are you ready to:

Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary:

MetaPhase is seeking a Systems and Network Security Engineer to support a high-impact federal engagement. This individual will lead the design, maintenance, and performance of secure and scalable IT network infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing routers, switches, firewalls, and virtual environments, along with hands-on expertise in monitoring tools, user behavior analytics, and OSI-layer troubleshooting.

What You Will Be Doing:

Oversee and manage the operation of enterprise-grade IT infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls
Lead the implementation and management of User Activity Monitoring and User Event Behavior Analysis platforms
Support secure virtual environments and cloud-hosted systems in alignment with federal IT policies
Troubleshoot and optimize network components within the first four layers of the OSI model
Analyze and respond to sources of disruption, ensuring high availability and continuity of service
Design and maintain MPLS-VPN VRF routing environments
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure systems meet mission and security objectives

What We Need From You (Required Qualifications):

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience managing routers, switches, and firewalls
Demonstrated ability to manage and troubleshoot infrastructure at OSI layers 1–4
Experience implementing and supporting User Activity Monitoring and User Event Behavior Analysis tools/platforms
Proven capability in managing virtualized infrastructure environments
Experience identifying, managing, and mitigating operational disruptions
Functional knowledge of MPLS-VPN VRF routing and forwarding
U.S. Citizenship required; Must hold an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

Work Setup & Clearance:

Washington, DC - Onsite
Clearance: Must hold an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

About MetaPhaseMetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:Fastest Growing

Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021
Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies – 2021, 2022, 2023

Best Places to Work

Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023
Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022
Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023
Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020

Company & Individual Awards

2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business – CEO of the Year
2021 FedScoop 50 – Industry Leadership Award Nominee
2021, 2023 Moxie Award Finalist
2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)
2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist – Brett McLaren
2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 – Brett McLaren
2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in in Leadership Awards – Beth Angerman
2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business – Fred Costa
2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award
2023 Elev8 Engage GovCon Finalist
2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 Million
2023 Greater Washington Government Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million) Awards Finalist

MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.

Life at MetaPhase Consulting

Thrive Here & What We ValueCollaborative work environment | Opportunities for professional growth and development | Flexible work schedule options | Recognition for outstanding performance</s> | MetaPhase values authenticity and being quirky as cool | They take their work seriously but also enjoy the work they do and the people they work with | They foster a culture of shared values, including passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness | They believe that their people are their difference for clients and colleagues</s> | MetaPhase values authenticity, passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness | Emphasizes the importance of people as their difference for both clients and colleagues | Fosters a culture where individuals with different passions and strengths work together to create new solutions that challenge the status quo | Encourages learning and growth opportunities for employees | Recognized by industry as one of the fastest-growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation</s> | MetaPhase believes in being authentic and taking the work seriously while also enjoying it. | They foster a culture where individuals are united by shared values - passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness. | They prioritize their employees and culture above all else.</s> | 1. MetaPhase Believes Quirky is Cool and Being Authentic is the Only Way to Be! | 2. MetaPhase Takes the Work We Do Very Seriously and Does a Lot of Important MissionFocused Work for Our Clients | 3. MetaPhase Fosters a Culture in Which We Are United by Shared Values—Passion, Solidarity, Generosity, Curiosity, and Boldness—and These Come Alive in the Work We Do and How We Do It. | 4. MetaPhase Knows That Our People Are Our Difference—for Our Clients and Our Colleagues. | 5. MetaPhase Is Different with a Purpose Demonstrating a New Approach to the Industry that Puts Employees and Culture First! | 6. MetaPhase Continues to Be Recognized by Industry as One of the Fastest Growing and Most Impactful Consultancies in the Nation, and Are Aggressively Hiring to Grow Our Team: | 7. MetaPhase Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration for Employment Without Regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Disability or Veteran Status, or Any Other Factors Protected by Federal, State, or Local Law.</s> | MetaPhase values passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness in their employees and culture | They believe that being authentic is the only way to be and take pride in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect their intimate knowledge of their customers’ business. | They prioritize their people as their difference for both clients and colleagues.</s> | 1. MetaPhase believes Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be. | 2. They take their work very seriously but also enjoy taking joy in the work they do as well as from those they work with. | 3. They foster a culture where shared values unite them, including passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness. | 4. MetaPhase believes that their people are their difference for both clients and colleagues. | 5. They continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation.</s> | 2. They take their work very seriously but also foster a culture in which they are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work they do and how they do it. | 3. MetaPhase believes that their people are their difference—for their clients and colleagues.</s> | People-first and mission-driven consulting firm | Collaborative and innovative team solving real government challenges through data wrangling, visualization, and storytelling | United by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness</s> | 1. Shared values of passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness. | 2. United by shared values that come alive in the work we do and how we do it. | 3. Emphasis on employees and culture first approach.</s> | They foster a culture of shared values - passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness | They prioritize their people as their difference for clients and colleagues | They offer honest advice and practical guidance to clients | They take advantage of every opportunity available to learn and grow | They believe in being the difference and making it happen</s> | 1. MetaPhase values authenticity and being quirky | 2. They take their work seriously but also enjoy the work they do and the people they work with | 3. They foster a culture of shared values, including passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness | 4. They believe that their people are their difference for clients and colleagues | 5. MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunities for all qualified applicants.</s> | 1. Quirky is Cool | 2. Authenticity is the only way to be | 3. Shared Values: Passion, Solidarity, Generosity, Curiosity, Boldness | 4. United by shared values | 5. People are our difference for clients and colleagues.</s>