Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Network Engineer Herndon, VA CB-NE-HRN-003 Required Education, Experience, & Skills: We are actively seeking Network Engineers with a minimum of 16 years' experience.

Bachelor's or Master's Degrees are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following: • Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Pala Alto, and Juniper network devices • Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies and rules • Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security standards align with business objectives • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies • Ability to translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions • Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on firewall technologies • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills: • Strong proficiency with Palo Alto & CISCO firewall platforms, Palo Alto firewall platforms is a plus • In-depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and OSI model • Experience with firewall management software such as Cisco FTD and Palo Alto Panorama • Experience with a wide variety of network technologies and solutions architectures is a plus • Broad understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in the networking field • Knowledge of state-of-the-art systems engineering principles and network design concepts • Cloud Service Provider and hybrid cloud experience (extending on-premise networks to cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, Oracle and Google) • Strong proficiency with Palo Alto and Cisco firewall platforms is a plus • Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or similar industry certifications are preferred