811888 Network Engineer $205,000.00
Description
We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer with a specialized focus on firewalls, particularly expertise in Cisco, Palo Alto, and Netscaler firewall network devices and associated management software. The role supports a technology‑based program for a key customer and requires a Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with a polygraph.
Location
Herndon, VA
Mandatory Requirements
- Developmental (0‑2 years’ experience)
- Full Performance (3‑5 years’ experience)
- Senior (6‑10 years’ experience)
- Expert (11‑15 years’ experience)
- SME (16+ years’ experience)
Preferred Skills
- Minimum of 11 years’ experience as a Network Engineer.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related discipline (preferred).
- Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Netscaler devices.
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewall policies and rules.
- Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align network security standards with business objectives.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies.
- Translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
Optional Requirements
- Strong proficiency with Palo Alto & Cisco firewall platforms; Netscaler experience is a plus.
- In‑depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and OSI model.
- Experience with firewall management software such as Cisco FTD and Palo Alto Panorama.
- Familiarity with a wide variety of network technologies and solution architectures.
- Broad understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts in networking.
- Knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art systems engineering and network design concepts.
- Cloud Service Provider and hybrid cloud experience (AWS, Azure, Oracle, Google).
- Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, PCNSE, or similar (preferred).
Pay
Up to $205,000.00 per year.
Schedule
Core Hours: 9 am to 4 pm.
Clearance
Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with a polygraph is required.
Company Information
B4Corp is a small defense‑contracting company focused on providing an optimum environment for mission‑focused, highly skilled consultants supporting the United States intelligence community and other defense organizations. The company emphasizes low overhead, high efficiency, and competitive compensation.
Compensation
- Outstanding salaries.
- Full Vanguard 401(k) plan with 100 % employer match up to 6 % of salary (ability to max out at $57k, $63.5k if over 50).
- Annual phantom stock awards (2‑year vesting period).
Benefits
- Medical insurance – United Health Care (multiple plan options).
- Dental insurance – United Concordia Flex Plan.
- Vision insurance – Vision Service Plan.
- Short‑term disability – Mutual of Omaha (60 % of salary up to $2,000/week).
- Long‑term disability – Mutual of Omaha (60 % of salary up to $10,000/month).
- Life insurance – Mutual of Omaha ($200,000 coverage).
- Employee referral bonus – $3,000 per year for each referred employee who remains employed.
- Paid Time Off – Seven weeks of leave per year, including ten federal holidays.
- Flexible work schedule with compensatory time (subject to customer approval).