SME Network Engineer

Bcore; Herndon, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

BCore in Herndon, VA is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage enterprise firewall solutions. You will coordinate with cybersecurity and IT teams to ensure robust protections and trusted connectivity for mission-critical networks.

The role requires 16+ years in network engineering, a compatible degree, and strong communication skills to translate customer needs into secure, scalable architectures in a fast-paced government-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of network engineering experience.
• BS or MS degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience designing, implementing, and managing firewall policies and rules.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions using Cisco, Palo Alto devices.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewall policies and rules.
• Monitor network traffic for threats and address vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security aligns with business goals.
• Translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions and stays current with best practices.

Skills

Firewall expertise

Network security

Excellent communication

Independent & collaborative

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Cisco FTD

Palo Alto Panorama

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Job description

Overview

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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.

Do you want to join a team that is building tailored technical solutions to modernize our government’s mission and our client’s business? Do you have a desire to change how people work? Are you interested in helping to protect our nation’s cyber interests? Join our growing team supporting customer missions as a SME Network Engineer in Herndon, Virginia.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

We are actively seeking Network Engineers with a minimum of 16 years' experience. Bachelor's or Master’s Degrees are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following:

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Pala Alto, and Juniper 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, Palo Alto 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)
• Strong proficiency with Palo Alto and Cisco firewall platforms is a plus
• Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or similar industry certifications are preferred

What you can expect from us

• The expected salary range within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $190,000 - 220,000. Final compensation is unique to each individual and will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, geographic location, and contractual requirements. This is not a guarantee.
• Benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance, Stipends, Referral Bonuses, and more.

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.