Secret Firewall Engineer

An employer is looking for a Firewall Engineer to sit at the Pentagon. This position requires expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex firewall solutions to safeguard network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Cisco ASA/Firepower, Juniper SRX, and Palo Alto technologies, along with a strong background in security networking. Responsibilities include configuring and maintaining firewall systems, monitoring performance and security logs, enforcing security policies, conducting compliance audits, and collaborating with IT and security teams. The role also involves troubleshooting network issues, updating configurations through change management processes, and ensuring adherence to industry standards.

Required Skills & Experience

Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher. An active TS/SCI is preferred.
Must have DoD 8570 IAT II or higher certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) prior to start.
Must have a Juniper, Cisco, or Palo Alto certification prior to start.
BS degree and 8-12 years of directly relevant experience. Additional military or relevant work experience may be considered lieu of a degree.
3+ years of Firewall experience within the DoD environment
Demonstrated knowledge of Implementation of Perimeter and Internal Firewalls (both physical and virtual contexts)
Demonstrated advanced experience in managing standard baseline configuration across numerous firewalls
Demonstrated advanced experience in evaluating rules to ensure maximum security while minimizing redundancy in rules

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

TSSCI