Network Security Engineer (TS/SCI) – Firewall Specialist

B4Corp; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 220,500 - 269,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Salaries

Full Vanguard 401k Plan

Medical insurance through United Health Care

Dental and Vision plans

Employee referral bonus

Seven weeks paid time off

Job summary

A small defense contracting company in Virginia is seeking a Network Engineer to design and manage firewall solutions while ensuring security standards are met. This position requires a Top Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance with a Polygraph. Ideal candidates should have experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper devices, monitor network traffic for threats, and possess excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered including 401k matching and ample paid time off.

Qualifications

• Top Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance with a Polygraph required.
• 0-2 years’ experience for Developmental.
• 3-5 years’ experience for Full Performance.
• 6-10 years’ experience for Senior.
• 11-15 years’ experience for Expert.
• 16+ years’ experience for SME.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage firewall solutions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot firewall policies.
• Monitor network traffic for threats.

Skills

Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper network devices

Configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies

Monitor network traffic for security threats

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Stay up-to-date with network security trends

Translate customer requirements into solutions

Proven experience in firewall technologies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Cisco FTD and Palo Alto Panorama

Job description

A small defense contracting company in Virginia is seeking a Network Engineer to design and manage firewall solutions while ensuring security standards are met. This position requires a Top Secret (TS/SCI) Clearance with a Polygraph. Ideal candidates should have experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper devices, monitor network traffic for threats, and possess excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered including 401k matching and ample paid time off.