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Senior Computer Network Defense (CND) Engineer - active TS/SCI clearance

V2X Inc
Springfield, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

We are hiring for a Senior Computer Network Defense (CND) Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance - with the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph in our Springfield, VA location. Our positions are required to be onsite.

The Senior Computer Network Defense (CND) Engineer tests, implements, deploys, maintains, review, and administers the hardware, software, and documentation required to support the CND capabilities. This may include, but is not limited to, Splunk, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) products, vulnerability scanning tools as deployed within hosted Information Systems.

Responsibilities

  • The Senior CND Engineer develops and manages the tools, tactics, and techniques that will be used to monitor the network to actively remediate unauthorized activities (dashboards, queries, scan policies, etc.).
  • The Senior CND Engineer develops and maintains system documentation as it pertains to CND capabilities and their implementation (CONOPs, SOPs, etc.).
  • The position provides reports as needed for the health, wellness, and availability of CND tools within hosted information systems and addresses any issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications:

  • 7 or more years experience implementing and maintaining Cyber Security technologies on a multi-platform (Windows, Red Hat, etc.) enterprise-grade WAN.
  • 4 or more years of experience implementing, maintaining, and operating a SIEM and/or vulnerability scanner product.
  • 4 or more years experience in maintaining and operating Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers.
  • Shall meet the Cyber IT/Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist (521); Intermediate Level for SECNAV M-5239.2 compliance. (See Navy Cool WebSite).

Education

  • BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering from an ABET accredited or NCAE designated institution; or

Certifications

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH); or
  • CompTIA Cloud ; or
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA ); or
  • CompTIA PenTest ; or
  • CompTIA Security ; or
  • GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT); or
  • Systems Security Certified Practioner (SSCP)

Desired Qualifications

  • 7 or more years of experience developing, maintaining, and operating Splunk or other equivalent SIEM product.
  • 7 or more years of experience in developing, maintaining, and operating Tenable/ACAS or other equivalent vulnerability scanner product.
  • 7 or more years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or other equivalent Linux product.
  • 4 or more years of experience with evaluating technologies in accordance with DISA STIGs (Windows, Red Hat, Cisco, etc.) and providing applicable remediation guidance.
  • Security Clearance Requirements:
  • The position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
  • Skills & Technology Used:
  • Implementation & Maintenance and maintaining of Cyber Security technologies on a multi-platform (Windows, Red Hat, etc.) enterprise-grade WAN.
  • Implementation & Operations for a SIEM and/or vulnerability scanner product.
  • Maintenance & Operations on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers.
  • Strong communication, presentation, written, reporting, and interpersonal skills.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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