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Network Engineer - CMMC

McLaughlin Research CorporationMiddletown, RI🇺🇸United StatesPosted 15 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Network Engineer role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to critical cybersecurity initiatives within a reputable organization, allowing you to develop valuable CMMC expertise. You'll thrive here if you possess strong network engineering skills and a passion for safeguarding sensitive information, making this an excellent step in your career growth. Don't miss out on the chance to apply and make a significant impact.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Job Title

Network Engineer - CMMC

Location

Middletown, RI 02842 US (Primary)

Job Type / Status

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Clearance Level Required

Secret

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

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.

Job Requirements

Skills

Load Balancing

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