Network Engineer

B/CORE; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

B/CORE, located in Herndon, VA, is looking for a talented Network Engineer to support crucial government missions. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing firewall solutions, with a strong emphasis on CISCO, Palo Alto, and Netscaler firewalls.

The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of network security principles and skills to manage firewall infrastructure effectively. Join a company dedicated to delivering impactful IT solutions in a collaborative and agile environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on firewall technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions.
• Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies.
• Monitor network traffic for potential security threats.

Skills

Firewall management

Network security principles

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

CISCO Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

Netscaler

Job description

TS/SCI with Poly

At Bcore, our strength comes from how we deliver impact to the mission. Whether it’s architecting critical IT solutions, producing actionable intelligence, or developing cutting‑edge technology, we succeed because of the expertise, collaboration, and agility of our teams. Our Mission Services division combines enterprise IT, cloud solutions, DevSecOps, systems engineering, software development, and operational support. Bcore accelerates decisive advantage for warfighters and intelligence professionals by fusing human insight, rapid‑fire engineering, precision‑measured outcomes, and relentless grit into mission‑ready solutions.

Location

Herndon, VA

Join our growing team supporting customer missions as a Network Engineer in Herndon, Virginia.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer with a specialized focus on firewalls, particularly with expertise in CISCO, Palo Alto, and Netscaler firewall network devices and associated management software to join our technology‑based program supporting a key Government customer. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of network security principles, excellent problem‑solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining and optimizing firewall infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Netscaler firewall network devices
• Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies and rules
• Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure network security standards align with business objectives
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies
• Ability to translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on firewall technologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Desired Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with Palo Alto & CISCO firewall platforms; Netscaler firewall platforms is a plus
• In‑depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and OSI model
• Experience with firewall management software such as Cisco FTD and Palo Alto Panorama
• Experience with a wide variety of network technologies and solutions architectures is a plus
• Broad understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in the networking field
• Knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art systems engineering principles and network design concepts
• Cloud service provider and hybrid cloud experience (extending on‑premise networks to cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, Oracle, and Google)
• Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or similar industry certifications are preferred

BCore is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.