Overview
On Site
USD 45.00 - 60.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Research
Development Testing
Evaluation
Network Security
Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning
Change Control
Documentation
Performance Tuning
Management
File Systems
Backup Administration
Computer Hardware
IDS
IPS
Reporting
Standard Operating Procedure
Status Reports
Information Assurance
Proxies
NAT
Inspection
Shell Scripting
Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Unix
TCP/IP
OSI Model
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
McAfee
F5
Web Applications
WAF
SSL
Remote Access
High Availability
Network Analysis
IPv6
Network
DoD
Cisco
Firewall
Palo Alto
Taxes
Life Insurance
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Job Description
Role: Firewall Admin
Location: Dahlgren, VA (Most people live in Fredericksburg, VA and commute east to Dahlgren)
TEKsystems has an immediate opening for a Cisco FTD/Firepower (FMC) Firewall Administrator/Engineer to provide Design and Engineering Operation and Maintenance support for Firewall systems on the classified and unclassified Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) networks at Dahlgren, VA. As the Firewall Administrator, you will design, implement and maintain support of the network and security infrastructure, use best practices and knowledge of current technologies and their potential application to the RDT&E Environment, and will assist in assessing the security risk of proposed Firewall modifications.
Responsibilities
Essential functions will include:
Manage firewall and network security systems by establishing and enforcing approved policies
Analyze network security requirements and implement perimeter security changes
Utilizing industry best practices for security, disaster recovery, business continuity, change control, the engineer will design, configure, manage and troubleshoot a variety of network firewall technologies
Serve as a subject matter expert in coordinating and troubleshooting with customers, other infrastructure support activities and business units
Develop network documentation of security infrastructure
Monitor network performance and implement performance tuning as necessary
Responsible for installing software, applying patches, managing file systems, and monitoring performance of Firewall systems
Performs data backups and restoration of managed systems
Assist in the certification and accreditation process for managed systems and networks
Install and deploy of new Firewall hardware and software
Support IDS/IPS functionality
Review daily logs for managed systems and report on unusual activity
Participate in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) associated with managed systems and applications
Collaborate with IT staff on projects and initiatives
Provide input for a monthly progress and status report
Qualifications
Prefer a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
High School Diploma required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
Must currently hold a DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II certification
Position requires a strong understanding of Firewall functions and operations (proxy, proxy-arp, NAT, stateful packet inspection, circuit layer gateways, and application layer gateway)
Experience with Next Generation and web application firewalls
Requires shell scripting experience and basic knowledge of various types of Operating Systems including Microsoft Windows, Linux and Unix and their network inter-communications
Ideal candidate will have experience with TCP/IP protocols and the OSI model and how they apply to production systems and networks
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Desired Skills:
Firewall engineering experience with Cisco FTD or McAfee firewalls
Use of F5 Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Configure SSL offloading, secure remote access, High Availability / Redundancy configurations and network analysis tools
IPv6 network and application implementations
Familiarity with Department of Defense security guidelines and policies, highly desired
Skills
Firewall, Cisco firewalls, Palo alto
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Good personality
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Role: Firewall Admin
Location: Dahlgren, VA (Most people live in Fredericksburg, VA and commute east to Dahlgren)
TEKsystems has an immediate opening for a Cisco FTD/Firepower (FMC) Firewall Administrator/Engineer to provide Design and Engineering Operation and Maintenance support for Firewall systems on the classified and unclassified Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) networks at Dahlgren, VA. As the Firewall Administrator, you will design, implement and maintain support of the network and security infrastructure, use best practices and knowledge of current technologies and their potential application to the RDT&E Environment, and will assist in assessing the security risk of proposed Firewall modifications.
Responsibilities
Essential functions will include:
Manage firewall and network security systems by establishing and enforcing approved policies
Analyze network security requirements and implement perimeter security changes
Utilizing industry best practices for security, disaster recovery, business continuity, change control, the engineer will design, configure, manage and troubleshoot a variety of network firewall technologies
Serve as a subject matter expert in coordinating and troubleshooting with customers, other infrastructure support activities and business units
Develop network documentation of security infrastructure
Monitor network performance and implement performance tuning as necessary
Responsible for installing software, applying patches, managing file systems, and monitoring performance of Firewall systems
Performs data backups and restoration of managed systems
Assist in the certification and accreditation process for managed systems and networks
Install and deploy of new Firewall hardware and software
Support IDS/IPS functionality
Review daily logs for managed systems and report on unusual activity
Participate in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) associated with managed systems and applications
Collaborate with IT staff on projects and initiatives
Provide input for a monthly progress and status report
Qualifications
Prefer a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
High School Diploma required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
Must currently hold a DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical Level II certification
Position requires a strong understanding of Firewall functions and operations (proxy, proxy-arp, NAT, stateful packet inspection, circuit layer gateways, and application layer gateway)
Experience with Next Generation and web application firewalls
Requires shell scripting experience and basic knowledge of various types of Operating Systems including Microsoft Windows, Linux and Unix and their network inter-communications
Ideal candidate will have experience with TCP/IP protocols and the OSI model and how they apply to production systems and networks
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Desired Skills:
Firewall engineering experience with Cisco FTD or McAfee firewalls
Use of F5 Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Configure SSL offloading, secure remote access, High Availability / Redundancy configurations and network analysis tools
IPv6 network and application implementations
Familiarity with Department of Defense security guidelines and policies, highly desired
Skills
Firewall, Cisco firewalls, Palo alto
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Good personality
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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