Network Firewall Engineer

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Network Firewall Engineer to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA . This position is onsite.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reports directly to the Project Manager and supports execution in a matrix organization.

• Responsible for planning and executing the installation of new capabilities, as well as operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting network connectivity and infrastructure on enterprise managed networks across classification levels.

• Responsible for hardware installation, management, and patching, including routers, switches, and firewalls, and managing the flow and safekeeping of data to maintain network efficiency and security.

• Configures and deploys new Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) devices and integrates them with the Firewall Management Center (FMC).

• Edits and enforces policies, to include access control rules, intrusion prevention system (IPS) and file/malware policies.

• Diagnoses and resolves complex issues related to FTD and FMC, maintaining network efficiency and security.

• Support a team environment based on mutual respect and teamwork, dedicated to innovation and effective, efficient work practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree and 3+ years of relevant network experience, or a Bachelors degree and 5+ years of relevant network experience, or a High School Diploma and 9+ years of relevant network experience in lieu of a Masters degree

• Experience in systems administration with proficiency in both Linux and Windows environments

• VMware, Windows, or Linux Operating System (OS) certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

• IAT-II level at a minimum in accordance with SECNAV M-5239.2 and DoD 8140/8570. (ex. CompTia Sec+)

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the United States Navy preferred

• Extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and independently performs a wide variety of complicated tasks

• Strong technical, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current and active TS/SCI Clearance with ability to obtain SAP access.

Physical Requirements:

• Up to 25% travel anticipated.

• Work will require movement from Government site to/from MANTECH site for client meetings and support functions.

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which involve delivering presentations.