Firewall Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

We are currently seeking a Firewall Engineer in the DC metro area to support our client's Digital Modernization organization. This person will be supporting the program's Joint Service Provider (JSP). The Firewall Engineer is responsible for supporting the Firewall and load balancer Assurance Program (FAP) to ensure Firewall and load balancer security compliance by performing firewall and load balancer automated and manual assessment to deter and prevent exposure to cyber-attacks. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support the FAP by utilizing applicable DOD STIGs, NIST, DISA applicable orders, and NSA policy, guidelines, and regulations.
• Identify misconfigurations, conflicting rules, security gaps, firewall and load balancer security issues, optimize rule-sets, and enhance the overall security posture and performance of Firewalls and Load Balancers
• Oversee and conduct a minimum of two (2) firewall and a minimum of two load balancer assessments every month on JSP and customer devices and generate assessment reports
• Develop After Action Reports (AARs)
• Provide recommendations for firewall changes to include JRSS firewalls BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• BS degree and 8+ years of directly relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and/or experience - additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• Must have a minimum DoD Secret security clearance as well as ability to obtain TS/SCI
• 3+ years of Firewall experience within the DOD environment
• Must have a certification that satisfies DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 requirements upon start
• Must have a Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto certification upon start
• 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 Key Responsibilities:
1. Security Compliance:
Ensure that Cisco ASA Firewall and load balancer configurations comply with organizational security policies and industry standards.
2. Assessment and Evaluation:
Conduct regular automated and manual assessments of firewall and load balancer configurations to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
Utilize tools and scripts to facilitate assessments, ensuring comprehensive coverage of potential security risks.
3. Incident Response:
Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate and remediate security incidents related to firewalls and load balancers.
Analyze logs and alerts to identify potential threats or breaches.
4. Policy Development:
Assist in developing and maintaining firewall and load balancer policies, including access control lists (ACLs) and security rules.
Ensure that policies are regularly reviewed and updated in response to changing threat landscapes.
5. Monitoring and Reporting:
Monitor firewall and load balancer performance and security alerts, generating reports for management on compliance status and security posture.
Identify trends and patterns in network traffic that may indicate potential security threats.
6. Collaboration:
Work closely with network engineers, security analysts, and IT operations teams to ensure seamless integration of firewalls and load balancers within the network architecture.
Provide expertise during security audits and risk assessments.
7. Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices related to firewall and load balancer technologies.
Recommend and implement enhancements to the FAP based on evolving security needs.
8. Training and Awareness:
Provide training and guidance to team members and other stakeholders on firewall and load balancer security practices. o Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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