Firewall EngineerActive Secret with ability to obtain TSThis position is for the Firewall security engineering team within the Vanguard Perimeter Security Division (PSD), providing firewall engineering over multiple firewall and perimeter security appliances. The well-qualified candidate must be capable of developing and evaluation firewall performance results, perform risk assessments, and recommend changes impacting the perimeter security systems. The candidate must be capable of planning and leading engineering activities to include the testing, implementation, and maintenance of perimeter security technologies and devices and must be capable of communicating and coordinating all firewall related work to the Firewall Manager to include the Government customer. The position directly supports Department of State on-site to provide perimeter security protection to over 100,000 customers globally.Work location is Springfield, Virginia. At this time this position is primarily remote but will be required to come on-site occasionally (one to two times a month). This is subject to change according to State Dept and Customer Policy.Responsibilities Include: A' . Build, design, test and deploy perimeter security appliances (Palo Alto, Forcepoint, CISCO ESA/ASA) A' . Directs compilation of records and reports concerning perimeter operations and maintenance to analyze the performance of perimeter security systems.A' . Provides input to the problem management process, including assessing and evaluating software and hardware anomalies. Supports the root cause analysis efforts to determine problems and develop remediation activities. Interfaces with vendor support service groups to ensure proper support during outages or periods of degraded system performance.A' . Manages the proper transition to operations of perimeter security devices.A' . Collaborate across Bureaus and Agencies to implement network changes as it relates to perimeter securityA' . Supports the configuration testing of replacement perimeter devicesA' . Plans, documents, and implements hardware and software build and refreshA' . Create and maintain standard operating procedures and guides for new and/or existing perimeter hardware and software.A' . Attend weekly teleconferences, onsite meetings, and participates in working groups, as related to constant changing security environment. Required Education/Skills: A' . Bachelor's degree and nine (9) years or more experience; Master's degree and seven (7) years of experience; additional training and experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.A' . IT network engineering support experience (Tier II, Tier III, network infrastructure implementation and maintenance.A' . Strong experience in one or more of the following security devices: Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama management console, Forcepoint/StoneGate, A10 Encrypted Traffic Inspection/Application Delivery, and Cisco ESA & ASAA' . Experience supporting the configuration and maintenance of Firewall/DMZ infrastructure including Network and Application Firewall Packet Filtering technologies (Palo Alto, McAfee/Forcepoint Stonegate)A' . Firsthand experience in developing and providing quality assurance review of engineering change orders relating to the replacement or enhancement of perimeter security hardware and softwareA' . Experienced with performing root cause analysis, risk identification, and risk mitigationA' . Knowledgeable with configuring Cisco switchesA' . Experienced with network monitoring devices such as NeuralStar, SPLUNK or other similar monitoring tools Desired Certifications/Skills: A' . Experience developing and configuring SSL/TLS encryption/decryption solutions for traffic inspectionA' . Experience with Red Hat Linux/CentOS and Ubuntu including administration scripting is a plusA' . ITIL A' (R) Foundation certificationA' . Certifications: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), A10 Certification/Accreditation, StoneGate Firewall/VPN Architect Certification, StoneGate Management Client (SMC) Certification, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Network+, Security+A' . Familiarity with DoS environment (data and voice networks, IT security systems, policies and procedures), Foreign Affairs Handbooks (FAHs), Foreign Affairs Manuals (FAMs)A' . Interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively, self-awareness, and excellent written and oral communications. Work Location: Springfield, VA (hybrid remote) Transit Subsidy: No Any contingencies? (Background Investigation, Contingent on funding, contract award, customer approval of qualifications, etc.) No Resume Submission: Please send directly to Eve Mercer, Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition & Management, at Conceras: eve.mercer@Some employees may be required to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination as a term and condition of employment at Conceras due to their specific job duties (eg, performing in support of a Federal contract). Any vaccine requirement is pursuant to Federal requirements at the time of hire.About Conceras:Established in 2006 and headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Conceras is an SBA 8(a) Certified Small Business that has an excellent past performance record and a reputation as a premier systems engineering firm that designs and delivers innovative, cost-effective solutions for our government customers. Our performance on every program we support underpins our reputation as a responsive, reliable, and committed partner. With a Dun and Bradstreet rating of 98 percent, Conceras continues to strengthen its offerings by providing value through efficiency, integrity and technical acumen.Conceras offers family friendly programs, competitive salaries, comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement programs and on-going opportunities for career growth.Conceras is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.