Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Role

The role is part of a long-term federal engagement with a base year and three option years, offering a unique opportunity to work on a high-impact project with a talented team of professionals. Punch Cyber's commitment to trust, accountability, and community involvement creates a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork and rewards a 'pitch in' mentality.

As a Cybersecurity Engineer, your day-to-day activities will involve conducting analysis of information maintained within the FireMon Security Intelligence Platform, reviewing and analyzing firewall configurations, and consulting with infrastructure management teams to customize and configure FireMon monitoring capabilities.

What You Will Do

• Conduct analysis of information maintained within the FireMon Security Intelligence Platform
• Review and analyze firewall configurations for enhancements, optimal configurations, and network connectivity improvements
• Consult with infrastructure management teams to customize and configure FireMon monitoring capabilities
• Configure and operate FireMon Security Intelligence in support of DOI security requirements
• Provide quarterly status reports detailing firewall rules reviewed, errors identified, devices configured, and deployments completed
• Apply configurations on routers, firewalls, and other security controls in accordance with NIST 800-53
• Provide recommendations regarding DOI perimeter UTM devices using NIST 800-53, federal security requirements, and industry best practices
• Support security engineering activities involving technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Riverbed, Fortinet/Fortigate, and related network security platforms
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, reports, training materials, slide decks, and architecture diagrams
• Work closely with system owners, infrastructure teams, and security stakeholders to support secure network operations
• Support after-hours maintenance activities as needed

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience, or 9+ years of total relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Experience supporting cybersecurity engineering, network security, firewall management, or perimeter security operations
• Hands-on experience reviewing and analyzing firewall rules, configurations, and network connectivity requirements
• Experience working with security controls, routers, firewalls, and related infrastructure technologies
• Understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls and their application within federal environments
• Ability to perform technical writing and create SOPs, reports, training materials, slide decks, and architecture diagrams
• Ability to work effectively in both individual and team environments

Nice to Have

• Experience with FireMon Security Intelligence Platform
• Knowledge of Cisco, Juniper, Riverbed, Fortinet/Fortigate, and related network security platforms
• Familiarity with federal security requirements and regulations

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a high-impact project with a talented team of professionals
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Flexible and remote work arrangements
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

• Develop a strong understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls and their application within federal environments to stand out in your application.
• Highlight your experience with firewall management, network security, and perimeter security operations in your resume and cover letter.
• Be prepared to provide examples of your technical writing skills, including SOPs, reports, and architecture diagrams.
• Research Punch Cyber's company culture and values to demonstrate your understanding of their commitment to trust, accountability, and community involvement.
• Prepare to discuss your experience with security controls, routers, firewalls, and related infrastructure technologies during the interview process.
• Consider obtaining a DOI Position of Public Trust clearance prior to applying to demonstrate your proactive approach to security requirements.
• Showcase your ability to work effectively in both individual and team environments, highlighting your collaboration and communication skills.