Firewall Engineer - Secret Clearance Required

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

Job summary

Join a leading provider of business and technology services as you take on an expert-level role in network engineering. This exciting opportunity involves migrating Palo Alto Firewalls to Checkpoint, with a focus on building a pilot test lab and executing migrations at multiple sites. As part of a fully remote team, you will engage in a 9-12 month sprint-based delivery, contributing to significant technological changes for numerous clients. If you possess a DoD Secret Clearance and are passionate about making an impact in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee assistance

PTO

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.
• Expert level experience in network engineering and firewall management.

Responsibilities

• Migrate Palo Alto Firewalls to Checkpoint across multiple locations.
• Build a pilot test lab and execute migration phases.

Skills

Network engineering

Firewall

CCNA

Palo Alto

CCNP

Checkpoint

Security clearance

Router

Cisco routers

Education

CCNA or CCNP level certification

Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT II) Certification

Job description

*Description*

The project involves migrating Palo Alto Firewalls to Checkpoint. Phase 1 focuses on building a pilot test lab and executing the migration at 2-3 locations. The goal is to complete this phase by early November, followed by Phase 2, a 9-12 month sprint-based delivery working on 5-6 sites per month.

*Skills*

• Network engineering
• Firewall
• CCNA
• Palo Alto
• CCNP
• Checkpoint
• Security clearance
• Router
• Cisco routers

*Additional Skills & Qualifications*

• DoD Secret Clearance
• Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT II) Certification
• CCNA or CCNP level certification

*Experience Level*

Expert Level

This position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship.

*Pay and Benefits*

The pay range is $70.00 - $75.00/hr. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, hospital coverage, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation benefits, employee assistance, PTO, and more. Eligibility and specifics depend on employment classification and length.

*Workplace Type*

This is a fully remote position.

*Application Deadline*

Closing date is anticipated to be May 13, 2025.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We are a leading provider of business and technology services, working with over 6,000 customers including 80% of the Fortune 500. Our expertise spans strategy, design, execution, and operations, helping clients unlock business value and master technological change. We are committed to building tomorrow through delivering business outcomes and positive community impacts. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are part of Allegis Group. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any protected characteristic.