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Senior Firewall Administrator

Age Solutions

United States

Remote

USD 120,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

AGE Solutions is hiring a Senior Firewall Administrator to lead the firewall team in a remote position within the U.S. This role requires extensive knowledge of network security practices, project management skills, and a commitment to client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will oversee critical technology solutions while ensuring compliance with government standards and maintaining team effectiveness.

Benefits

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Military Differential Pay

Professional Growth

Shared Success

Qualifications

5 years of relevant experience in network environments and security.
Must have a current DoD Secret clearance.
Working knowledge of incident ticket tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise firewall team and manage projects effectively.
Resolve issues and ensure satisfaction of government clients.
Develop specifications for technical problems.

Skills

Problem Solving

Resource Management

Operations Monitoring

LAN Knowledge

WAN Knowledge

Network Security Best Practices

About Us

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

AGE Solutions is looking for a Senior Firewall Administrator to provide overall supervision for the firewall team to include planning and managing firewall team projects, ensuring work is scheduled properly to obtain maximum use of resources; and ensuring accurate and timely submission of required reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide overall supervision for the firewall team to include planning and managing firewall team projects.

Must have the ability to resolve problems, allocate resources, manage personnel, and monitor operation performance taking direction from the government to ensure complete satisfaction.

Work under general supervision, developing requirements from inception to conclusion.

Must have working knowledge and understanding of industry standard network environments, firewall and security hardware/software, and Information Assurance Best Practices.

Develop required specifications for simple to moderately complex problems.

Coordinates with the third-party vendors and government user representatives to ensure accurate solutions and user satisfaction on technical matters.

In depth knowledge of LAN and WAN operations.

Knowledge of industry standard Incident Ticket Tracking systems for inputting incident tickets and creating work orders.

Comprehensive knowledge of DoD and DLA security regulations, guidelines and policies including IA standards.

Working knowledge of the installation, configuration and day-to-day sustainment of network equipment to include firewalls and other network appliances.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Citizenship and Clearance:
- US Citizenship is required.
- Must have and maintain a current DoD Secret clearance.

Experience: 5 years of relevant experience to include:
- Working knowledge and understanding of industry standard network environments, firewall and security hardware/software, and Information Assurance Best Practices.
- In depth knowledge of LAN and WAN operations.
- Knowledge of industry standard Incident Ticket Tracking systems for inputting incident tickets and creating work orders.
- Comprehensive knowledge of DoD and DLA security regulations, guidelines and policies including IA standards.
- Working knowledge of the installation, configuration and day-to-day sustainment of network equipment to include firewalls and other network appliances.

Certification Requirements:
- Computing Environment (must have one of the following):
  - CheckPoint Certified Security Associates (CCSA)
  - CheckPoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  - CheckPoint Security Master (CCSM)
- IAT-II certification (must have one of the following):
  - CCNA Security
  - CYSA+
  - GSEC
  - Security+CE
  - SSCP
  - CASP+CE
  - CISA
  - CISSP
  - CCNP Security

Location: This is a remote position within the United States.

Work Environment and Physical Demand

Must be able to sit for long periods of time

Must be able to lift 30 pounds

Compensation: $120,000 - $130,000

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.

Performance Bonuses: Issued twice annually, based on company performance. We succeed together and share the results.

401(k) with Match: 3% company match with immediate vesting, plus company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.

Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.

Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.

Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty so they don't take a financial hit while serving.

Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.

Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning up to 80% of net proceeds to employees, a rare, values-driven approach to profit sharing.