Network Engineer - CMMC Job at McLaughlin Research in Middletown
McLaughlin Research, Middletown, RI, United States
Job Description
Job Description
Network Engineer / Cybersecurity Engineer
Support and secure our enterprise infrastructure. Ensuring that IT systems meet the rigorous cybersecurity requirements mandated under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, particularly for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) . Enterprise network engineering and DoD-aligned cybersecurity practices.
US Citizenship required. Must be eligible for Secret Clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Engineering
* Design, deploy, and maintain secure LAN/WAN architectures to support internal operations and DoD contracts.
* Configure and manage enterprise-grade firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and VLANs.
* Ensure high availability and resilience of networks through load balancing, redundancy, and proactive monitoring.
* Maintain detailed network diagrams, configuration documentation, and change control logs in accordance with DoD IT policies.
Cybersecurity & CMMC Compliance
* Implement, monitor, and continuously improve technical controls aligned with CMMC Level 2+ and NIST SP 800-171 .
* Assist in the development and enforcement of system security plans (SSPs), incident response plans, and configuration management plans.
* Deploy and manage security tools such as IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and DLP solutions.
* Support continuous monitoring, logging, and audit readiness efforts to ensure compliance with DoD cyber hygiene requirements.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external assessors during cybersecurity audits and CMMC assessments.
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field - or equivalent military or commercial experience.
* Minimum 3-5 years of combined experience in network and cybersecurity roles.
Company Description
McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs. Since our inception in 1947, we've remained a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional results. Over the years, we have received recognition for providing our customers with cost-effective solutions due to the outstanding support of our innovative staff.
Company Description
McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs. Since our inception in 1947, we've remained a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional results. Over the years, we have received recognition for providing our customers with cost-effective solutions due to the outstanding support of our innovative staff.
Job Description
Network Engineer / Cybersecurity Engineer
Support and secure our enterprise infrastructure. Ensuring that IT systems meet the rigorous cybersecurity requirements mandated under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, particularly for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) . Enterprise network engineering and DoD-aligned cybersecurity practices.
US Citizenship required. Must be eligible for Secret Clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Engineering
* Design, deploy, and maintain secure LAN/WAN architectures to support internal operations and DoD contracts.
* Configure and manage enterprise-grade firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and VLANs.
* Ensure high availability and resilience of networks through load balancing, redundancy, and proactive monitoring.
* Maintain detailed network diagrams, configuration documentation, and change control logs in accordance with DoD IT policies.
Cybersecurity & CMMC Compliance
* Implement, monitor, and continuously improve technical controls aligned with CMMC Level 2+ and NIST SP 800-171 .
* Assist in the development and enforcement of system security plans (SSPs), incident response plans, and configuration management plans.
* Deploy and manage security tools such as IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and DLP solutions.
* Support continuous monitoring, logging, and audit readiness efforts to ensure compliance with DoD cyber hygiene requirements.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external assessors during cybersecurity audits and CMMC assessments.
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field - or equivalent military or commercial experience.
* Minimum 3-5 years of combined experience in network and cybersecurity roles.
Company Description
McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs. Since our inception in 1947, we've remained a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional results. Over the years, we have received recognition for providing our customers with cost-effective solutions due to the outstanding support of our innovative staff.
Company Description
McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs. Since our inception in 1947, we've remained a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional results. Over the years, we have received recognition for providing our customers with cost-effective solutions due to the outstanding support of our innovative staff.