Intermediate Network Security Engineer

PACJob ID 2460051PacArctic, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Intermediate Network Security Engineer with a Secret clearance to support PAC and our government customer in Arlington, VA .We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.The purpose of the task order is to provide one intermediate Network Security Engineer personnel in support of the OIG EX/IT Department. providing quality and comprehensive IT support to the OIG in an effective and efficient manner with a vision to maintain IT operations commensurate with industry best practices, while ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of OIG data.Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:Intermediate Network Security Engineer (One position – 1920 standard hours per 12-month period):Demonstrates subject matter expertise (5-7 years) in network security engineeringMonitoring LAN ports switches for servers and interconnectivity between the switches and other network devicesDemonstrates subject matter expertise in the areas of Routing, Switching, Remote access, Security Information, Event management, and Next Generation Firewalls with product specific knowledge of Cisco and Juniper Switches, and Palo Alto Networks Firewalls.Management of virtual private network (VPN) solution that allows remote End Users and to securely connect to the network and Application Services over the internetProvides Operations and Maintenance for all onsite components, all external connections (VPNs), all routing and switching environments, the Next Generation Firewall, the Remote access solution, and Security Information Event Management.Provides Network and Security engineering support for internal systems integration projects such as the cloud-based services, VOIP, virtualized infrastructure, server and storage environmentRespond to and remediate the efforts of malicious activity and intrusions as defined in the Incident Management process.Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certifications preferredSecret Clearance required.10+ years of experience with LAN and WAN hardware including Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto, Load Balancing, cable and rack management5+ years routing, troubleshooting engineering, and network architecture experience required5+ Years of experience in analyzing, installing, configuring, enhancing and/or maintaining the components of an enterprise network3+ Years of experience in administering Palo Alto Networks firewalls.IPv6 administration experience required.1+ Years of experience with Zero-Trust VPN solutions.Knowledge of network security best practicesAbility to manage projects, take ownership and execute objectives in order to meet deadlinesEffective written and verbal communicationDeep understanding of network protocols - IPSEC, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, Multi-link Point2Point, DHCP, SNMP, TCP, UDPVOIP experience preferredSD-WAN experience preferredWorking Environment & ConditionsThis job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Our Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. 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