Sr Firewall Engineer - Bethpage NY

VetJobs; Bethpage (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LIPAPRD, based in Bethpage, NY, is seeking an experienced Engineering professional to design, configure, test, implement, and support software, hardware, and systems across the full technology life cycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Analysts and Product Managers, with responsibilities spanning implementation and support, including secure network design and ongoing maintenance. Strong background in IT networking and security is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 6 years of IT networking experience with multiple network projects or large-scale IT systems.
• Experience in security design using NIST and CIS frameworks.
• Knowledge of secure LAN/WAN and Zero-Trust technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco IOS and security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex and secure network designs.
• Advance network automation through architecture, design, configuration and maintenance.
• Provide training on tools and solutions to team members.
• Evaluate existing network technology solutions for new requirements.
• Research and recommend innovative solutions with stakeholders to ensure proper integration.
• Maintain currency in network technologies and trends and plan critical patches.
• Mentor team members and non-technical users.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cisco IOS

Next-Gen firewalls

VPNs

Web Application Firewalls

F5 load balancers

FireMon

SolarWinds

Firepower Monitoring Center

Cisco ISE

VMware vCenter

vSphere

Cisco UCS

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.

Date: Jul 19, 2026

Location: Bethpage, NY, US

Company: LIPAPRD

Requisition: 82403

PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island

Salary Range: $ 101,600 - $ 160,900

Work Location Category: Hybrid Flexible

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 know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

• Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.
• Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week.
• Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

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.

Auto req ID

479801BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Engineering

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Job Specific Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 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.

Desired

• 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

City*

Bethpage

State*

New York

Job Code

Engineering Engineering

Affiliate Sponsor

PSEG

Salary Range

$60,000-$75,000