Sr Firewall Engineer

PSEG Long Island LLC; Bethpage (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PSEG Long Island LLC in Bethpage, NY is seeking a seasoned Technology Engineer responsible for designing, configuring, testing and supporting complex networked solutions. You will collaborate with Analysts and Product Managers to translate business needs into secure technical designs and scalable systems.

The role emphasizes network automation, security best practices, and mentoring teammates, with a hybrid work model and emphasis on on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6 years of IT networking experience, including designing and managing multiple network projects.
• Experience with security design using NIST/CIS frameworks.
• Experience with Secure LAN/WAN and Zero-Trust technologies.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS, VPNs, WAFs, and related security tech.
• Familiarity with network security monitoring tools (FireMon, SolarWinds, FMC) and Cisco ISE.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration.
• Familiarity with DoE 10 CFR 810 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex and secure network designs.
• Advance network automation capabilities through architecture, configuration, and maintenance of solutions.
• Provide training on tools and solutions to team members.
• Evaluate existing network technology solutions for new requirements.
• Research and recommend innovative solutions with stakeholders for proper integration.
• Create production-ready network solutions following change management processes.
• Maintain currency in network technologies and industry trends.
• Mentor team members and non-technical users.
• Ensure compliance with 10 CFR 810 where applicable.

Skills

Network design

Security engineering

Mentoring

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

CCNP Datacenter

CCNP Routing and Switching

CISSP

Amazon Solution Architect Certification

Tools

FireMon

SolarWinds

Firepower FMC

Cisco ISE

VMware vCenter

VMware vSphere

Cisco UCS

F5 load balancers

Job description

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

This position is involved in the full technology life cycle and is responsible for designing, configuring, testing, implementing and supporting software, hardware and systems. Work closely with Analysts and Product Managers to understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and physical design of technical solutions Technology Engineers may be assigned to either implementation or support functions. Implementation involves creating new technology based solutions whereas support involves upgrades, maintenance or issue resolution to existing technology solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Application of concepts, best practices, and functions to design and implement complex and secure network designs.
• Advances network automation capabilities through Identification, architecture, design, configuration, building, documentation, and maintenance of solutions to meet business or technology requirements.
• Provide training on such tools and solutions to team members.
• Evaluate existing network technology solutions to determine fit for the new requirements.
• Research and recommend innovative solutions, alternatives in collaboration with other stakeholders to ensure proper integration of the new technology solution(s) with the existing solution(s) and processes.
• Create network solutions based on a disciplined process, including meeting all change management, security requirements, quality standards, product, and service operating requirements.
• Maintain currency in network technologies and industry trends, including participating in the planning and execution of critical patches and version upgrades.
• Makes solutions and solution parts production-ready by following the standard change management processes, completing required forms, following procedures, completing version control documents, etc.
• Serves as technical mentor to team members and non-technical super users.
• Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

Job Specific Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in IT networking, with at least three years experience in doing some of the following: designing, implementing, operating & managing multiple network projects and or large-scale IT systems.
• Diverse experience in network/systems/security design and implementation of data network infrastructure based on security frameworks like NIST and CIS.
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining various Secure LAN/WAN, Zero‑Trust technologies and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco IOS, Next‑Gen firewalls , IPS/IDS, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Web Application Firewalls, F5 load balancers, and other network security technologies that may emerge over time.
• Working knowledge of Network Security management and monitoring tools (e.g., FireMon, SolarWinds, Firepower Monitoring Center (FMC), etc.), Cisco ISE and commands to ensure quick and efficient resolution of issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and multi‑task effectively with strong analytical ability, problemsolving skills, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication and facilitation skills; demonstrated ability to developbusiness cases and sell network investment concepts and foster working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience defining metrics that measure success of the technology solution in addressing business and technical requirements as well as achieving the desired outcomes.
• Exposure to Cybersecurity concepts and best practices.
• Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.
• Cisco certifications - CCNP Datacenter, CCNP Routing and Switching, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Amazon Solution architect - Certification
• Knowledge of Virtual technology platforms including VMware vCenter, vSphere, and integration with Cisco UCS

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non‑Conditional Permanent I‑551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre‑employment testing, testing for cause, and post‑incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

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