Employer Industry: Information Technology Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Flexible work arrangement with up to 2 days of telecommuting
- Engage in a critical role supporting federal clients
- Work with cutting-edge firewall technologies and security protocols
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance IT security measures
- Must be willing to work onsite and be on-call, contributing to a dynamic work environment

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Design and configure firewalls to protect IT systems and networks from external and internal threats
- Implement and enforce security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Monitor network traffic and security logs to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure the secure integration and operation of all IT systems and applications
- Participate in incident management and response activities to contain and address security incidents

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 3-5 years of experience in firewall engineering and network security
- Extensive knowledge of networking protocols and security policies
- Experience with firewall platforms such as Palo Alto Networks, Check Point, and Cisco ASA
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Demonstrate strong knowledge in at least three major technology areas
- Technical expertise sought after and provided to several projects/accounts
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of assigned technology and discipline area
- Advanced level business, technical, or functional knowledge
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, and CCNP are a plus

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