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Whether it’s architecting critical IT solutions, producing actionable intelligence, or developing cutting‑edge technology, we succeed because of the expertise, collaboration, and agility of our teams. Our Mission Services division combines enterprise IT, cloud solutions, DevSecOps, systems engineering, software development, and operational support. Bcore accelerates decisive advantage for warfighters and intelligence professionals by fusing human insight, rapid‑fire engineering, precision‑measured outcomes, and relentless grit into mission‑ready solutions.

Join our growing team supporting customer missions as a SME Network Engineer in Herndon, Virginia .

We are actively seeking Network Engineers with a minimum of 16 years’ experience. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following:

Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper network devices

Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies and rules

Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure network security standards align with business objectives

Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies

Ability to translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions

Proven experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on firewall technologies

Strong proficiency with Palo Alto and Cisco firewall platforms (Palo Alto platform as a plus)

In‑depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and OSI model

Experience with firewall management software such as Cisco FTD and Palo Alto Panorama

Experience with a wide variety of network technologies and solutions architectures

Broad understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in the networking field

Knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art systems engineering principles and network design concepts

Cloud Service Provider and hybrid cloud experience extending on‑premise networks to cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, Oracle, and Google

Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or similar preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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