Overview:
GovCIO is seeking a remote Network Engineer with strong Zscaler, Palo Alto Networks firewall, Cisco routing/switching, and McAfee Web Security Proxy experience to design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures and security solutions, requiring a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 12+ years of experience, and the ability to attain an AOUSC Public Trustclearance .
This will be fully remote Continental USA.
Responsibilities:
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Design, implement, and operate next-generation firewall and web security proxy solutions, ensuring secure, high-availability network operations across data centers and nationwide field locations
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Design, implement, and maintain Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewall solutions, including security policies, NAT, VPNs, threat prevention, URL filtering, and decryption
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Engineer and support Cisco routing and switching infrastructure across LAN/WAN environments
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Design and maintain secure network architectures incorporating firewalls, web proxies, VPNs, and access control technologies
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Deploy, configure, and support McAfee Web Security Proxy (Web Gateway) to enforce web filtering, malware protection, and acceptable use policies
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Integrate firewall and proxy solutions with authentication systems (Active Directory, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+)
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Monitor security platforms for threats, performance issues, and policy violations
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Analyze logs and alerts to identify security incidents and implement mitigation strategies
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Perform configuration reviews, rulebase optimization, and security hardening
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
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Strong Zscaler experience
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5 years of IT or network security experience
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3 years of hands-on experience with firewall and security platforms routers and switches
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Strong experience with:
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Palo Alto Networks firewalls
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Cisco routers and switches
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McAfee Web Security Proxy / Web Gateway
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In-depth knowledge of:
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TCP/IP, routing, and switching
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IPsec and SSL VPNs
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DNS, DHCP, NTP
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ACLs, NAT, QoS
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Experience with authentication and access control technologies:
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RADIUS / TACACS+
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Active Directory / LDAP
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Competencies and traits
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Strategic thinker with practical hands-on implementation experience.
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Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
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Ability to work across 24/7 operational teams and influence cross-functional processes.
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Detail-oriented with focus on resiliency, security, and automation.
Clearance Required: Must be able to attain and maintain an AOUSC Public Trust
Preferred Skills and Experience
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Master’s preferred
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TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP Cloud Architect, CCNP/CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent.
Posted Salary Range: USD $150,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.
