Firewall Admin (CheckPoint)

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• 401K, Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Remote.


The Firewall Administrator is responsible for the design, configuration, monitoring, and sustainment of enterprise firewall and network security systems. This position ensures network protection, availability, and compliance across enterprise environments in support of mission-critical operations. The Firewall Administrator works under general supervision, developing and implementing network security requirements from inception to completion, and ensuring alignment with DoD and Information Assurance (IA) standards.
• : Monitors, analyzes, and manages firewall system logs and security events to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of enterprise network systems.
• : Installs, configures, maintains, and troubleshoots firewalls and related network security appliances to ensure optimal performance and security posture.
• : Formulates and manages network security policies, access control lists (ACLs), and rule sets in alignment with IA and organizational security guidelines.
• : Investigates and responds to firewall-related incidents, performs root cause analyses, and develops corrective action plans to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• : Develops technical documentation, system configuration guides, change control records, and incident response reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• : Ensures full adherence to DoD, DLA, and IA standards, regulations, and best practices governing cybersecurity and network defense.
• : Collaborates closely with the Vendor Project Manager (PM), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), and government user representatives to ensure technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• : Evaluates and recommends network security upgrades, system enhancements, and technology integrations to strengthen the enterprise network security posture.


• , including the following:
◦ Working knowledge of and firewall management systems.
◦ Working knowledge and understanding of , including firewall and security hardware/software components.
◦ Working knowledge of and cybersecurity principles.
◦ In-depth knowledge of , architectures, and interconnectivity.
◦ Experience with for creating, tracking, and resolving incidents and work orders.
◦ Comprehensive knowledge of , including but not limited to IA standards.
◦ Working knowledge of of network equipment, including but not limited to firewalls, routers, switches, and other network appliances.
• DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: IAT-II
• Computing Environment: CheckPoint Certified Security Associates (CCSA) or CheckPoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE) or CheckPoint Security Master (CCSM)
• Security Clearance - Must possess an active Secret Clearance (or higher) with a Tier-5 Background Investigation