Network Security Engineer

Company: Synergy ECP
Location: Annapolis Junction
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security. In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our E mployees, to our C ustomers and by Improving P erformance (ECP). It’s what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results—showing we’re ready to meet our customers’ evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services. Description: Provide engineering expertise to analyze complex systems, architecture, network design and other technical hardware issues. Procure and perform acceptance testing on equipment. Provide hardware maintenance support, both preventative and remedial. Deploy, install, and implement hardware at Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside Continental United States (OCONUS). Prepare specifications for hardware by analyzing documented and derived system requirements. Conduct site surveys. Prepare engineering plans and site Technical Design Packages. Organize and direct hardware installations. Configure (and document configuration of) computers, networking devices and various peripheral equipment. Prepare site installation and test 1repm1s. Ensure that problems have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user's requirements. Prepare reports and recommendations concerning existing and emerging hardware technologies. Provide specific input to the hardware components of system design to include end-user devices, servers, networking devices, data storage devices, and specialized processors. Capabilities: · Conduct site surveys; assesses and documents current site network configuration and site­ unique requirements · Organize and direct hardware installations across multiple sites · Analyze and recommend hardware specifications for project-unique or modified commercial hardware · Assist with building simulations of proposed systems and provide hardware throughput analyses to system engineers · Design and verify test harnesses/simulated interfaces for all test and integration phases · Prepare Mean-Time-Between-Failure and Mean-Time-To-Repair analyses · Analyze operational data to identify choke points, failure modes, and other data for design or maintainability improvements · Review proposed systems, and support of network communications, including LAN/WAN systems · Evaluate current systems and annotate system vulnerabilities · Research and analyze data of various products to include COTS/GOTS components and GFE to determine feasibility of design or application · Provide skilled technical assistance in network planning, engineering, and architecture · Assist in the development of technical standards and interface applications, identify and evaluate new products, and provide resolution for network problems · Provide evaluations of systems, networks and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specifications · Assist with the development of security system documentation on both new and fielded information systems · Develop, analyze, and provide feedback on wired and wireless network systems · Plan large and small-scale systems system vendor comparison, cost studies, and security · Plan and evaluate complex existing network systems and make recommendations for resources required to maintain and/or expand service levels · Independently develop technical standards and interface applications, identify and evaluate new products, and provide resolution for network problems · Independently develop security system documentation of both new and fielded information systems · Analyze, identify, describe, and brief system weaknesses and provide proposed system improvements Qualifications: Ten (10) years’ experience as a Network Security Engineer analyzing complex hardware systems for SIGINT solutions is required. Bachelor's degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional Network Security engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree. Must meet DoD approved 8570 Baseline Ce1tification for IAT Level II and possess at least 2 of the following vendor certifications: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA), Sonicwall Network Security Administrator (SNSA), Sonicwall Network Security Professional (SNSP), Symantec ProxySG 6.7 Technical Specialist or Cisco CCNA or higher. Taking Care of the People Who Take Care of The Nation Compensation : We offer highly competitive compensation that is consistently recognized by our employees as being generous! Health & Retirement : We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K Retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family both now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include People Partners who will help you navigate both personal and professional worlds, as well as strong wellness related resources offered through our healthcare provider. Education : Individual growth is a priority at Synergy ECP. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification needed to propel them towards the next level. Not sure what's best for your career plans, we'll help you navigate it all! Work/Life Balance : A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at Synergy ECP, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything you want to develop in your personal life. We offer a generous Paid Time Off benefit and 11 paid holidays a year. Synergy ECP also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle. Philanthropy: With the help of our amazing employees, Synergy ECP participates annually in building awareness, volunteering and contributing to dozens of organizations. We believe that giving back creates a sense of purpose, engagement, and fulfillment. Have a cause you are passionate about? We bet you'll find others here that care about it just as much! Great Corporate Facilities : Come by our corporate office and enjoy a weekly happy hour, take a drive to nearby restaurants, grab a snack or coffee in our café, or utilize our collaborative office space and conference rooms. SkillBridge: Our SkillBridge Program takes the incredible experience our servicemembers already have and shows them how to apply it within corporate environments. We are fanatical about helping our Military! Synergy ECP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to maintaining a professional and respectful workplace where every employee can succeed.

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