What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Engineer - Level 2 (Firewall Network Engineer) position at Stratum Networks?
Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions
company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate Network Engineer who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.
CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
Salary: $92k - $168k depending on experience and contract.
Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available.
Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
Job Description:
The job duties of the Network Firewall Engineer 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.
Salary: $92k - $168k depending on experience and contract.
Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available.
Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
• Security CE certification or equivalent DOD 8570 baseline certification
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience with managing enterprise firewall and VPN solutions.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Force Point, Palo Alto, and Cisco ASA firewalls required.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Experience with Cisco Dynamic VPN (DMVPN) technology
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW:
Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions
company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security
integration, development, assessment and training solutions. Our high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite Networks.
As leading experts in their fields, our certified and highly experienced network, software
development, IT support and security professionals are able to provide the necessary design,
implementation, and consulting services to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical networks. To learn more, visit www.stratumnet.com.
Stratum Networks, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, who participates in E-Verify. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as
required by applicable law.
Salary : $92,000 - $168,000
