Firewall Network Engineer

Concept Solutions

$100K — $110K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT or related field with 8 years of IT experience, or 12 years of relevant IT experience without a degree.
  • Experience managing firewalls for large-scale organizations (35,000+ users).
  • Hands-on experience with Check Point, Fortinet, and Zscaler technologies.
  • Experience in incident prevention, detection, and remediation.
  • Familiarity with developing incident response procedures and conducting security assessments.
  • Proficient in using ticket management systems for incident tracking and resolution.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Check Point Firewall clusters for FAA Internet Access Point.
  • Support Zscaler Zero Trust platform operations including ZIA, ZPA, and ZDX.
  • Implement advanced security features like IPS, Anti-Virus, and Data Loss Prevention.
  • Monitor and remediate cybersecurity threats and events.
  • Participate in annual security assessments and compliance activities.
  • Assist in developing incident response procedures during Cybersecurity Test Facility exercises.
  • Manage traffic logs for security systems and support SIEM applications.
  • Collaborate with teams for network service integrity and security.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.
  • Telework options available when beneficial to government operations.
  • Engagement in a large, supportive organizational structure.
Full Job Description
The Firewall Network Engineer will support day-to-day operations, cybersecurity initiatives, and infrastructure projects focused on maintaining a secure, resilient, and compliant network environment.

Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple Check Point Firewall clusters supporting the FAA Internet Access Point (IAP).
  • Manage and support the Zscaler Zero Trust platform, including Internet Access (ZIA), Private Access (ZPA), and Digital Experience (ZDX).
  • Implement and manage advanced security capabilities including Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Anti-Virus, Anti-Bot, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), SSL Interception, and Identity Awareness.
  • Monitor, prevent, identify, investigate, and remediate cybersecurity events and threats.
  • Participate in annual security assessments, remediation efforts, and compliance activities, including POAM tracking and Trusted Internet Connection (TIC) compliance requirements.
  • Support annual Cybersecurity Test Facility exercises, including the development and enhancement of incident response procedures.
  • Manage traffic and audit logs for enterprise security systems and maintain historical data supporting Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) applications.
  • Collaborate with network, security, and operations teams to ensure the availability, integrity, and security of enterprise network services.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field and 8 years of IT experience, or 12 years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience managing firewall environments supporting large-scale organizations with 35,000+ users.
  • Hands-on experience with Check Point, Fortinet, and Zscaler technologies, including monitoring, administration, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience preventing, detecting, and remediating cybersecurity incidents and events.
  • Experience developing incident response procedures and participating in security assessments.
  • Experience tracking, managing, and resolving incidents through a ticket management system.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of projects and work independently.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting large enterprise environments with more than 35,000 users.
  • Experience working collaboratively with technical teams, stakeholders, and government customers.
  • Experience supporting both remote and onsite operations.
  • Experience using enterprise service management platforms; ServiceNow experience is a plus.

Salary: $100K to $110K

Work Location and Schedule
  • Location Atlantic City, NJ
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, core hours 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM local time
  • Telework may be permitted when determined to be in the best interest of the Government
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • FAA Personnel Suitability clearance required (AMS 3.14-2)

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

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