SME Engineer/Cyber Security Architect/Engineer - C

Position Overview

Telos Corporation is a trusted industry leader protecting vital IT assets for security-conscious organizations. We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Air Force Information Network (AFIN) at Peterson SFB, CO. In this role, you will serve as the technical lead for integrating and deploying Illumio solutions across NIPR and SIPR networks in support of the Department of Defense Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). Join our culture known for innovative cyber, cloud, and enterprise security solutions and be part of an environment that values expert skill, integrity, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, reinstall, upgrade, or advise on configuring the Illumio Policy Compute Engine (PCE) and Virtual Enforcement Node (VEN) across NIPR and SIPR networks.
• Provide guidance on traffic analysis, micro-segmentation, and write security rules to prevent adversary lateral movement and optimize application/workload security.
• Oversee project management and advise the Air Force management team on best practices for Illumio deployments.
• Build and deploy Open Virtualization Appliances (OVA) and maintain the Integration Test Facility (ITF) environment to ensure system stability.
• Maintain and sustain the cybersecurity posture by testing and validating patches, upgrades, and security controls in lab environments prior to fielding.
• Provide in-person Type 1, over-the-shoulder training and hands-on support for Air Force personnel using Illumio.
• Offer local Tier 3 and Tier 4 support for operations, troubleshooting, monitoring, and system management.
• Develop best practice operational procedures and runbooks covering backup/restore, cold standby PCE, and system rebuilds.
• Collaborate on system integrations, including Syslog/SIEM and Single Sign-On (SSO), and develop API scripts to optimize operational services.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, reports, metrics, and author Illumio policy frameworks.
• Assist with technical reviews, change preparations, and customer framework integration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering and firewall management.
• 4+ years of experience with cloud networking and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware).
• Expert-level skills in installing, reinstalling, upgrading, and configuring Illumio Policy Compute Engine (PCE) and Virtual Enforcement Nodes (VEN).
• Subject matter expertise in Illumio micro-segmentation and developing Illumio labeling and policy design.
• Minimum Certification: Information Assurance (IA) Technician (IAT) Level II (DODM 8140).
• Potential Certifications: Illumio Core Expert, CompTIA Network+ Certification.
• Valid DoD Secret clearance is required; additional clearances (NATO Secret and/or DoD Top Secret/SSBI) may be required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience.
• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement and a robust 401k plan.
• Drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug testing.
• Participation in the E-Verify program and equal employment opportunities.
• Reasonable accommodations provided per ADA guidelines.