Principal Network Engineer at Chameleon Consulting Group

At CCG, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the tools and expertise necessary to execute intelligent, successful cyber operations. We achieve this by bringing together the nation's most skilled engineers and operators to tackle the most complex challenges facing the United States government. Our culture is built on the belief that when you empower talented people to apply their creativity to high-stakes problems, mission success follows. We hold ourselves to a standard of excellence, and we are looking for individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact.

The role

We are seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis. This is a mid-level position where you will serve as a key contributor to our cyber development platforms. You will be responsible for prototyping solutions that align with the government's long-term architectural vision, playing a vital role in the orchestration and coordination of critical cyber missions.

Core responsibilities

• Design and manage robust network infrastructures specifically tailored to support our cyber development and operations platforms.
• Collaborate with platform engineers to integrate essential cybersecurity tools, such as SIEM, SOAR, and threat intelligence systems, directly into our network architecture.
• Implement rigorous security measures, including network segmentation, firewall management, and access control policies, to defend our operations against sophisticated cyber threats.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should possess a strong background in network engineering and a commitment to secure operations. We require the following qualifications:

• The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which necessitates US citizenship.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, ideally within a cyber defense or operations context.
• Deep technical proficiency with secure routing protocols like BGP and OSPF, as well as experience managing firewalls, VPNs, and security appliances from vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, or Fortinet.
• Strong skills in network monitoring, diagnostic tools, packet capture analysis, and IDS/IPS systems.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to execute tasks independently in a high-trust, adaptable environment.

Compensation and benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer and value a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

How to apply

If you are passionate about solving complex problems and want to contribute to the future of cyber operations, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to be considered for this role, and we will reach out to discuss how your skills align with our mission.