Security Engineer / Network Engineer (DoD | AWS GovCloud) at Credence — McLean, VA

Overview

Position Summary:

Credence has an immediate opening for a highly skilled Security Engineer / Network Engineer to support and secure a mission-critical AWS GovCloud environment within a DoD-aligned ecosystem. This role will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and enhancing security controls across cloud and network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards while supporting operational resilience.

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across AWS GovCloud infrastructure and hybrid environments
• Support security operations including monitoring, detection, and response activities
• Configure and manage network security solutions including firewalls and WAFs
• Integrate and support SIEM solutions for centralized logging and threat detection
• Perform vulnerability management including scanning and remediation tracking
• Ensure compliance with DoD requirements (STIGs, RMF, NIST)
• Support incident response efforts including triage and containment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture
• Support continuous monitoring and audit readiness

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must hold an Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret clearance
• Must have a minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, network engineering, or cloud security
• Must be experience with AWS (GovCloud preferred)
• Must have strong network security knowledge (firewalls, WAFs)
• Must have experience with SIEM tools
• Must have working knowledge of NIST 800-53, RMF, and STIGs

Salary Range: $ 120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, education, skills, and overall qualifications.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources