Network / Firewall Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description acuCyber is seeking a Firewall Engineer with experience supporting in-service systems for the worldwide network. Firewall Engineers ensure continued operation and maintenance of a system with managed risk. Technical surveillance of critical safety items, approved sources for these items, and the oversight of the design configuration baselines are also part of the sustaining engineering effort. This team consists of a combination of System Engineering and management strategies to achieve the desired sustainment metrics. Roles and Responsibilities:
-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 Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Required Skills Desired/Required Skills: 4-5 years relevant experience in supporting a large network infrastructure. A strong working knowledge with Cisco devices, Routers, Switches, Firewalls, and Palo Alto Firewalls. Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or a related discipline is preferred but not required. Have a wide range of experience and be able to apply to various technical situations. A good understanding of TCP/IP in regard to routing and subnetting. Must be a team player that can work under pressure with good written and oral communication skills. Experience with the following Network protocols and services: Routing Protocols (OSPF, BGP) and Access Control Lists.
Experience with the following a plus: Palo Alto Firewall PA-4050, Palo Alto Firewall PA-2050, Palo Alto Firewall PA-5050, Cisco Switch/FWSM 6500-E, Cisco ASA 5500 Series Firewalls. A strong sense of urgency including self-governance on task priority.
Must be willing to work shifts to cover a 24x7 operational environment. DoD 8570 Compliance Required. Secret Clearance or higher required. Cisco and Palo Alto certifications preferred. About acuCyber acuCyber is a small business headquartered in Charleston, SC specializing in assisting clients with their most challenging needs around cyber security, compliance, risk management, IT, security engineering and program management. acuCyber brings experience across multiple sectors supporting a multitude of customers. We bring value-added, effective, precise support to ensure your cybersecurity and IT needs are met. Your mission becomes our mission. Securely.

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