Senior Firewall Engineer

Perm Division, Suitland, MD

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations who desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include digital transformation, software development, cloud migration, applications & infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery & analytics, and IT talent solutions.

 

M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior Firewall Engineer to work on a government contract for a client located in Suitland, MD. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • This position involves designing, implementing, and managing security infrastructure to safeguard the client’s critical operations.
  • Join a team tasked with implementing and managing advanced CheckPoint firewall solutions, Cisco FirePower remote VPN systems, and AWS cloud-based firewall security.
  • Architect, design, and implement CheckPoint firewall solutions.
  • Configure and manage CheckPoint firewalls, including policy creation, rule management, and system upgrades.
  • Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco FirePower remote VPN solutions and Cisco AnyConnect deployments.
  • Deploy and manage CheckPoint firewalls in AWS environments to ensure secure operations.
  • Monitor firewall performance, troubleshoot security events, and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Lead security incident response activities, including investigation, mitigation, and reporting.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, changes, and incidents.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of security solutions.
  • Provide training and mentorship on CheckPoint, Cisco, and AWS best practices.
  • Stay updated on developments in CheckPoint, Cisco, and AWS technologies and network security trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • 10+ years of experience designing scalable and reliable network infrastructure for large environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing CheckPoint firewall solutions, Cisco FirePower remote VPN solutions, and Cisco AnyConnect deployments.
  • Strong understanding of network security principles.
  • Required Tools: MS Teams, MS Visio, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
  • Experience supporting CheckPoint firewalls in AWS environments.
  • Candidates must hold or be able to achieve relevant certifications for this role, including:
    • CheckPoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE) or CheckPoint Certified Security Master (CCSM).
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security or equivalent.
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Security Specialty (highly desirable).
  • Advanced hands-on experience with:
    • CheckPoint enterprise firewalls.
    • Cisco FirePower VPN appliances.
    • Cisco AnyConnect client.
    • Remote management solutions, including two-factor authentication, AAA servers, and log reporting.
    • AWS-hosted firewall solutions.
  • Proficiency in:
    • Enterprise security solutions.
    • IPv4 and dynamic routing.
    • Integrated firewall technologies: PKI, OCSP responders, Active Directory (AD), LDAP, YubiKey, and SecureID servers.
  • Advanced troubleshooting using SolarWinds, Wireshark, tcpdump, fw monitor, and similar tools.
  • Expertise in firewall device installations.
  • Expertise in network security operations, including:
    • Patch management, vulnerability remediation, client-to-site/site-to-site VPNs, IPSEC tunnels.
    • CheckPoint clustering, Cisco FirePower clustering, McAfee Web Proxy, and CheckPoint URL filtering blade.
  • Passion for delivering exceptional results, outcome-driven, quality-focused, and relentless in driving innovation for high-value delivery and mission success.
  • Eager to make an impact while working in a team-oriented environment.

Full-Time Employee Compensation

  • M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
  • M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range
$60,000—$180,000 USD

 

M9 Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled.

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. M9 is subject to Executive Order 11246, which requires government contractors to take affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of their employment. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to hr@m9solutions.com. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact M9’s Human Resources Department at hr@m9solutions.com or at 703-936-0880.

With 14+ years of proven delivery and steady growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diversity in driving the vision of the company.

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