[Remote] Network/ Firewall Engineer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Peraton is a national security company and enterprise IT provider delivering mission-critical solutions and technologies. The Network/Firewall Engineer will support enterprise network security operations by managing LAN, WAN, Internet, firewall, access control, wireless, mobile device, monitoring, and compliance infrastructure while responding to incidents and maintaining technical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and support the organization's LAN, WAN, and Internet network segments to meet organizational needs
- Monitor network performance and availability, performing necessary maintenance to ensure continuous system uptime for all users
- Monitor and test website performance to ensure availability and responsiveness
- Design, deploy, and manage firewall policies and rule sets using Palo Alto Networks platforms to protect the enterprise perimeter and internal network segments
- Configure and maintain F5 Networks load balancing and application delivery infrastructure to support high availability and secure traffic management
- Implement and manage Network Access Control (NAC) and Wi-Fi solutions to enforce endpoint compliance and secure wireless connectivity
- Administer Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for policy-based network access control, device profiling, and guest access management
- Configure and support wireless network standards and infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across the enterprise
- Manage mobile device security and compliance using VMware AirWatch (Workspace ONE) and Microsoft Intune for cloud-based mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM)
- Utilize Splunk for log aggregation, correlation, and analysis to support network visibility and threat detection
- Support Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) operations, including alert triage, correlation rule tuning, and incident response coordination
- Support Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program requirements, including asset visibility, vulnerability management, and compliance reporting
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including methods of procedure, SOPs, network diagrams, and firewall rule documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to implement security best practices and respond to network incidents
Skills
- 5 years with a Bachelor's degree or 9 years with a HS Diploma
- Strong experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks firewalls
- Experience with F5 Networks load balancing and application delivery configuration.
- Experience designing, deploying, and administering Network Access Control (NAC) solutions
- Strong knowledge of Wi-Fi engineering and wireless network standards
- Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for policy enforcement and device profiling
- Experience with VMware AirWatch / Workspace ONE for mobile device management
- Experience administering Microsoft Intune, including MDM/MAM capabilities
- Experience using Splunk for log analysis and operational monitoring
- Strong understanding of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and processes
- Experience supporting Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) programs
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional departments and teams
- Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident for more than 3 years
- Ability to obtain the required agency security clearance
- Degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Palo Alto PCNSE, F5 Certified, Cisco CCNP Security, or equivalent)
Benefits
- Remote work allowed 100%
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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