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Lead Firewall Engineer / Cybersecurity Engineer

Robotics Technologies Washington, DC

Washington, DC

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$73+/hr Contract Cloud Platforms Cybersecurity Operations Cybersecurity Tools

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Job Description

Lead network and perimeter security engineering work focused on enterprise firewall administration and strengthening cybersecurity controls in Washington, DC (onsite).

Responsibilities

Lead network and perimeter security engineering efforts
Manage enterprise firewall infrastructure to support secure network operations
Strengthen security controls through reviews, updates, and engineering support
Support cloud and enterprise cybersecurity initiatives

Requirements

11+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience with strong emphasis on network and firewall security
Extensive hands-on experience administering and managing Palo Alto Networks firewalls in large enterprise environments
Strong knowledge of firewall policies, rule reviews, configuration changes, security architecture, and troubleshooting
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, WAN/LAN, and network security architecture
Experience with IDS/IPS, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), SIEM, EDR, DLP, and CASB
Experience supporting security operations across AWS and Microsoft Azure environments
Knowledge of vulnerability management, security risk assessments, threat analysis, and incident response
Scripting and automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Strong knowledge of security standards including NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001
Experience preparing security architecture diagrams, technical documentation, operational procedures, and runbooks
Ability to lead security projects, collaborate with infrastructure/network/cloud teams, and provide technical guidance

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as CISSP, PCNSE, CCNP Security, GIAC, CEH, or Security+
Experience supporting SOC operations, threat hunting, root cause analysis, and forensic investigations
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and cloud-native security tools
Experience with security automation and orchestration
Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a related discipline

Technologies

Palo Alto Networks
TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, WAN/LAN
IDS/IPS, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), SIEM, EDR, DLP, CASB
AWS, Microsoft Azure
Python, PowerShell, Bash
NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001

Location: Washington, DC (onsite)
Employment type: Contract
Compensation: USD 73 per hourly
Minimum experience: 11 years

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