Company Description

NORCOM 911 is looking for a passionate Network Security Engineer to protect and enhance the critical infrastructure supporting over 700,000 community members. Join a team where your work directly impacts public safety, making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Why Join NORCOM?

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a robust benefits package that includes competitive salary, medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with employer contributions, generous paid time off, and professional development funding for certifications and continuing education.
Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a team protecting critical infrastructure and directly supporting public safety.
Tech-Forward Environment: Work with cutting-edge technologies, including advanced Cisco networking systems, cloud platforms like Azure and AWS, and innovative cybersecurity tools.
Supportive Culture: Join a close-knit, collaborative team that values innovation, respect, and shared purpose.
Hybrid Work Flexibility: Balance your professional and personal life with hybrid work opportunities.

You’ll lead efforts to secure our networks, respond to cybersecurity incidents, and implement solutions that keep our first responders connected and our community safe.

At NORCOM, you’ll be part of a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping our systems operational 24/7/365. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas are valued, and you’ll have the chance to directly and positively impact public safety and our community. From advanced training to hybrid work options, we’re committed to helping you thrive professionally and personally.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join NORCOM’s team of dedicated professionals working to keep our community safe and secure. Know someone perfect for the role? Share this opportunity and help us find the next great addition to our team!

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Network Security Engineer at NORCOM 911 in Bellevue, WA. The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for network administration, network security, network engineering, cybersecurity, and information security tasks on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications

Network Management:

· Monitor and maintain the Cisco switching environment, VLANs and Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA) resources

· Manage multi-homed Internet connections with BGP routing

· Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot LAN-to-LAN IPSec tunnels to connected agencies

· Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco next-generation firewalls utilizing both command-line interfaces and Firepower Management Center

· Create and maintain up to date technical documentation to include network diagrams, inventories, and relevant information on connected agencies

· Create change management processes for any changes to network equipment and coordinate changes with staff and external agencies

· Manage support contracts on network hardware and plan for equipment replacement

· Manage network resources and connectivity of physical and virtual servers and workstations

· Manage connectivity to external providers such as ISPs, private fiber providers, and city infrastructure

· Ensure compliance with Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) policy

· Manage internal VoIP systems

· Monitor and maintain network connectivity to the Disaster Recovery Center and external resources

· Routinely back up device configurations and document all changes

· Implement new networks as designed by the Network Architect

Cybersecurity:

· Stay abreast of cybersecurity alerts and evaluate the network for any security issues

· Ensure the integrity and availability of system logs from all network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)

· Respond to cybersecurity incidents and assist in digital forensics analysis

· Maintain current knowledge of standards and guidelines for resilient and secure networks, including NIST 800-53, FBI CJIS, and tools published by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

· Participate in meetings and events available through Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC)

· Participate in the application of Security Awareness training to the organization

· Understand and apply published methodologies for network and security monitoring, such as the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability) and the NIST Five-layer model

· Deploy critical patches while maintaining high availability

· Triage reported security incidents, escalating the incident when warranted

· Manage and update the agency’s Incident Response Plan

Cloud Computing:

· Maintain and Operate PaaS and SaaS cloud-based systems including Azure, Amazon AWS, and Google Cloud

· Manage and monitor private connections to cloud systems

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· 7+ years overall experience in computer networking

· BS degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology

· Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or greater

· CompTIA Security Analyst (CySA+) or equivalent

· EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker or greater desirable

· Experience implementing and maintaining high-availability systems in an organization classified as Critical Infrastructure

· Intimate knowledge of IPv4, Ipv6 and VLSM

· Experience implementing LAN-to-LAN and Remote Access VPNs

· Experience with Desktop and Server technologies, including Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server 2016-2022, Windows 10/11, Linux/Unix

· Experience with virtualization using VMWare, ESXi and vCenter

· First-hand experience investigating and recovering from a cybersecurity incident

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