• Firewall Network Engineer

    Synergy ECP (Annapolis Junction, MD)


    Firewall Network Engineer

     

    Annapolis Junction, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Annapolis+Junction+MD+USA)

    Description

    Synergy is looking forFirewall Network Engineerto join our team. Job duties are as follows:

     

    + Act as a subject matter expert for the customer’s next generation firewall solution.

    + Maintain firewall operations and document current environment.

    + Incorporate change management into all processes and procedures.

    + Creation of technically detailed reports on firewall block lists, device status, change management, hardware/software upgrades, and other areas.

    + Analyze and evaluate anomalous network and system activity.

    + Assist in troubleshooting and problem solving a wide variety of client issues. Experience with change control policy and procedures.

    + An understanding of DOD information assurance policy and regulations.

    + Performing analysis of network security needs and contributes to design, integration, and installation of hardware and software.

    + Analyzing, troubleshooting and correcting network problems remotely and on-site.

    + Maintaining and administering perimeter security systems such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

    Requirements

    + Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

    + Minimum of four (4) years of experience with managing enterprise firewall and VPN solutions.

    + Experience with Force Point, Palo Alto, and Cisco ASA firewalls required.

    + Experience with Cisco Dynamic VPN (DMVPN) technology

    + Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

    + Security+ CE certification or equivalent DOD 8570 baseline certification

    CLEARANCE REQUIRED

    + Must be fully cleared with the appropriate MPO client polygraph.

     

    About Us

     

    Formed in July of 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, MD, our talented, dedicated staff provide a broad range of services in cybersecurity, software, data transport solutions, systems engineering, and IT services to the U.S. Intelligence and Defense Communities. We deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security.

     

    In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by ourEmployees, to ourCustomers and by continually improvingPerformance (ECP). This is what sets us apart and enables us to be an autonomous yet agile business delivering huge results and meeting our customers’ evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services.

     

    Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

     

    If you are interested in learning more about Synergy and what opportunities may be available to you, let’s start a conversation together! Our team is happy to speak with you about your experience and goals so that they may work with you in finding the kinds of positions that you are most interested in. Feel free to drop off your resume with us via our website or send it along [email protected]. Apply today and start your new career at Synergy!