Firewall Engineer - Remote

Overview

NexGen Data Systems is looking for a Firewall Engineer to support one of our Government customers. This engineer will provide network security for a large enterprise network. They will coordinate with multiple network subject matter experts and have frequent interaction with internal and external customers.

In Short

• Troubleshoot network security suite solutions.
• Work in a team setting making recommendations related to troubleshooting, device configuration, and documentation.
• Resolve issues in a timely manner dealing with a variety of different network devices and protocols following applicable reporting formats.
• Perform detailed technical analyses for a system, subsystem or system elements.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Use professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience working in a professional IT environment with an end user and system support.
• Extensive experience with Cisco devices (routers/ switches/ firewalls).
• Experience working with and troubleshooting Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Hands on experience with F5 devices.
• High School Diploma/ GED, Bachelors degree preferred.
• Secret level clearance or higher required.
• 8140 compliance (Active Security and OS certifications).

Benefits

• Company covers 100% of premiums for the employee’s medical, dental, and vision insurance and subsidizes premiums for spouse and dependents.
• Company provides short and long term disability plans.
• 401(k) match up to 10% of the employee’s salary contributions to 401(K) plan.
• Comprehensive training and development program.
• 11 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrual level starts at 15 days annually.