Cisco Firewall Administrator

Job#: 2066718

Job Description:
Cisco Firewall Engineer/Admin (Dahlgren, VA)

Apex Systems seeks a Cisco Firewall Engineer to join our partner in Dahlgren, VA. The Cisco Firewall Engineer is responsible for system administration and customer support of firewalls and network security in a dynamic environment.

Please see below for more details:

Responsibilities

• Providing technical problem solving and in-depth consulting for firewall operations.
• Working as part of a team responsible for administration and management of firewalls, end-user network security, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments.
• Analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the firewall software in order to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs.
• Participating in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization.
• Working closely with scientists and engineers to help them use firewalls and network security solutions to protect their computationally intensive projects.
• Supporting individual user network security and associated software will be required.

Overview:

Job Title: Firewall Engineer

Job Type: Full-Time, W2, 6-month contact to hire

Location: Dahlgren, VA (onsite)

Shift/Schedule: Standard EST core hours

Compensation: $120k - $130k salary/yr

Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance - will upgrade to TS. Active TS or interim TS preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years demonstrated experience in firewall administration.
• Extensive Cisco experience, including Cisco Next Gen firewall.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls.
• Nice-to-have: Experience within a DoD environment and F5 experience.
• Must have Security+ (Sec+) certification.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 10-20 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. #Clearance

EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.