Perimeter Security Engineer - Firewall Ops (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

saicSpringfield (VA)

Information Security Analysts Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)

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About the role

SAIC is seeking a Firewall Operations Engineer to support the Vanguard 2025 program for the DoS. You will provide Tier 2 monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting across multiple perimeter devices, including Palo Alto, FortiGate, and related systems. The role is hybrid, based out of Beltsville, MD or Springfield, VA with about 3 days on-site. U.S. citizenship and an active interim clearance are required; shift is Sunday-Thursday with a training period on weekdays.

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