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Network Engineer, Senior

Colorado Springs, CO ยท On-site

$130K - $145K/yr

FITSP-D, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA), CASP+, CCSP, Cloud+, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or GIAC GSEC. Must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

CSfC Sr. Network Engineer

Honolulu, HI ยท On-site

$57.75 - $75.50/hr

GDSA (GIAC Defensible Security Architecture) * GFACT (GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies) * 10 or more years of experience in engineering * MA/MS= 10 years; BS=12 years Overview We are ...

Senior CND Engineer

Springfield, VA ยท On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA) * GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID) * GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) * GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) * GIAC Security ...

Systems Engineer

Tracy, CA ยท Hybrid

$10/hr

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

Systems Engineer

Tracy, CA ยท On-site

$10/hr

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

Systems Engineer

Tracy, CA ยท On-site

$10/hr

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

Systems Engineer

Tracy, CA ยท Hybrid

$10/hr

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

GIAC Defensible Security Architecture * GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate * NetApp Certified Data Administrator (ONTAP) * NetApp Certified ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

CSfC Sr. Network Engineer

Honolulu, HI ยท On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

GDSA (GIAC Defensible Security Architecture) * GFACT (GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies) * 10 or more years of experience in engineering * MA/MS= 10 years; BS=12 years We are seeking a ...

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification, Microsoft Certified:

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for giac defensible security architecture in the United States is $74.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62.50 and $80.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Giac Defensible Security Architecture?

A GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA) job involves designing, implementing, and maintaining security architectures that can withstand cyber threats while supporting business operations. Professionals in this role apply principles of network security, access management, threat modeling, and defense-in-depth strategies to build resilient infrastructures. They often work with security frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of security technologies, and expertise in incident response are essential for success in this role.

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To excel in a Giac Defensible Security Architecture role, you need expertise in network security, architectural design, and threat mitigation, usually supported by GIAC certifications such as GDSA, CISSP, or related qualifications. Familiarity with security frameworks (like NIST or ISO), SIEM tools, firewalls, and cloud security platforms is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to translate technical concepts for various stakeholders are valuable soft skills. These competencies are vital to ensure robust protection of organizational assets, compliance with regulations, and clear alignment between security goals and business objectives.

What types of teams and departments does a Giac Defensible Security Architecture role typically collaborate with?

Professionals in Giac Defensible Security Architecture frequently work alongside IT operations, application development teams, risk management, and compliance departments to design and implement resilient security frameworks. They often serve as a bridge between technical security staff and executive leadership, ensuring security measures align with business priorities. Collaborating with incident response and audit teams is also common, particularly when assessing vulnerabilities or responding to evolving threats. This interdisciplinary environment allows for a diverse workday and helps ensure that security strategies effectively protect the entire organization.

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To pursue a role in GIAC Defensible Security Architecture, candidates typically need a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, experience with security frameworks, and relevant certifications such as GIAC certifications or CISSP. Gaining hands-on experience in security design, risk assessment, and familiarity with security tools and protocols is also important for entry into this specialized field.
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Network Engineer, Senior

Colorado Springs, CO โ€ข On-site

Bowhead
1 - 5K employees

$130K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Overview
Bowhead seeks a Senior Network Engineer to support our customer on the PICRD II contract in Colorado Springs, CO.
Responsibilities
โ€ข Contribute to planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification, and awareness activities for system and networking operations.
โ€ข Provide engineering and implementation solutions, assisting with HQ USSPACECOM communications and computer requirement documents.
โ€ข Support examining mission requirements and assist in developing technical requirements for multi-level classification networks and releasable classification levels.
โ€ข Interact with customers/users to develop and review communication system requirements.
โ€ข Compare potential needs with existing infrastructure, identify shortfalls/excesses, integrate communication systems for interoperability.
โ€ข Perform risk assessments, cybersecurity engineering, technical security assessments, and recommend solutions.
โ€ข Meet with customers/users regularly to understand their needs and educate them on communication systems and the procurement process.
โ€ข Participate in planning forums, briefings, conferences, and meetings for internal and external resource updates. Perform systems architecture, design, planning, and integration.
โ€ข Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
โ€ข BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution fulfills the educational requirement.
โ€ข Minimum of six (6) years of technical experience performing the duties described.
โ€ข Meets the Core and Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Tasks (KSATs) defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework for Work Role 651 (NIST: SP-ARC-001).
โ€ข Experience maintaining security, backup, and redundancy strategies in accordance with government and accreditation standards.
โ€ข Experience with operating systems such as, Solaris, Linux, Windows operating systems (OS) and servers, VMware (various versions) as well as several versions of the Mac operating systems.
โ€ข Experience with configuration, installation, vulnerability identification and assessments, and security fortification of the fiber and ethernet networks.
โ€ข Experience developing and maintaining Communication and Information Systems Installation Records (CSIRs), Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) reports, schematic operational, systems, and technical architecture drawings, interface drawings between systems, connectivity drawings of equipment to various LANs and current configuration modifications IAW requirements derived from communication requirements and system accreditation process.
โ€ข Experience interacting with customers/users, develop and review communication system requirements, comparing potential needs with existing infrastructure, identifying shortfalls and excesses, integrating communication systems to achieve interoperability, and establishing continuity procedures and a reference library of pertinent policies, procedures, documents and architectures to properly plan future communication systems.
โ€ข Experience developing and reviewing Communication Requirement/Technical Solutions (CR/TS).
โ€ข Experience maintaining equipment operations through Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI) and repair schedules.
Certification Requirements:
โ€ข Required: CompTIA Sec+ and one of the following: FITSP-D, GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA), CASP+, CCSP, Cloud+, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or GIAC GSEC.
Must currently hold a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
Physical Demands:
โ€ข Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
โ€ข Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
โ€ข Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
Targeted salary range is $130,000 to $145,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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