Cyber Systems Engineer Firewall ECND043 with Security ...

Cyber Systems Engineer Firewall: Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems. Skill Level 4: * Skills and Tasks: Exceptionally Complex, Inter-Discipline, Inter-Organizational. Can perform tasks of senior level technicians, specialists, and or managers not performed at Level 3 due to the size and/or complexity of the tasks * Individual Work / Teamwork or Leadership / Management: May work individually or as a key member of a senior leadership team. Oversees and monitors performance across several disciplines, and when required, takes steps to resolve issues. * Guidance: Provides expert guidance and direction to Government and Vendor senior level technicians and managers. Directs multiple contractor and subcontractors'' teams through to project completion. Job Description: * Provide management and oversight of daily team activities * Act as main touch-point for customer requirements and firewall support functions. * Attend meetings, develop reports, and deliver status updates as required. * Perform system design, testing, deployment, analysis, and sustainment of firewallinfrastructure. * Remain proactive in identifying, analyzing, and resolving technical issues involving Palo Alto Next Generation firewalls. * Plan and direct upgrades and system enhancements. * Develop and implement test strategies and document results. * Provide technical OJT training and guidance to less experienced team members. * Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned. * Participate in special projects as required. Required Skills: * IP networking experience with switching and routing. * At least 2 years of demonstrated experience with Palo Alto Next Gen firewalls or comparable (Forcepoint Sidewinder, Cisco, Checkpoint, etc...). * At least 3 years of demonstrated experience with teammanagement/leadership. * Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal). Preferred Skills: * Direct Routing/Switching experience with a deep understanding of IP networking. * Direct experience with engineering and sustainment of Palo Alto Next Gen firewalls. * Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) * 5 years of demonstrated experience with team management/leadership. * Ability to operate in a high-ops tempo environment. Education and Experience: * HS/GED + 12 years * Associates Degree + 10 years * Bachelor''s Degree + 8 years * Master''s Degree + 6 years * PhD + 4 year Training and Certifications: * Must be IAT Level 2 compliant Security Clearance: * TS/SCI with CI poly

Created: 2025-11-15