Firewall Engineer - Secret Clearance Required

TEKsystems; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Firewall Engineer with Secret Clearance to lead a critical project involving the migration of firewalls. This role offers the chance to work on exciting deployments across multiple locations, ensuring robust network security. With a focus on expert-level experience, you will be integral to building pilot labs and executing deployments. The position includes remote work flexibility and a competitive pay rate. If you are a skilled network engineer with a passion for security, this opportunity is designed for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO

Qualifications

• Expert level experience preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Migrate Palo Alto Firewalls to Checkpoint.
• Build pilot test lab and execute deployments.

Skills

Network engineering

Firewall expertise

CCNA certification

CCNP certification

Security+ certification

Experience with Palo Alto firewalls

Experience with Checkpoint firewalls

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Job description

Firewall Engineer - Secret Clearance Required

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Job Description

The project involves migrating Palo Alto Firewalls to Checkpoint. Phase 1 includes building a pilot test lab and executing deployments at 2-3 locations, with completion targeted for early November. Phase 2 will be a 9-12 month sprint-based delivery, covering 5-6 sites per month.

Skills and Qualifications

• Network engineering
• Firewall expertise
• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT II)
• Experience with Palo Alto and Checkpoint firewalls
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to clearance requirements

Position Details

• Expert level experience preferred
• Remote work opportunity
• Pay rate: $70.00 - $75.00/hr

Benefits and Additional Information

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation benefits, and PTO. Application deadline is May 13, 2025.

Company Overview

TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, working with Fortune 500 companies worldwide. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.