Security Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

2d•$131,750 - $178,250•Hybrid

About The Position

Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Network Security Engineer Senior at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Network Security Engineer Senior, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our customer. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the security and integrity of the customer network.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science
5+ years of related experience
In-depth knowledge of Palo Alto firewall configuration and management.
Strong experience with deploying and managing Palo Alto firewalls in cloud environments, including AWS, GCP, and Azure.
Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security technologies.
Proven experience with other security devices and platforms.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Public Trust (T2) security clearance level.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) or AWS Certified Security - Specialty are a plus.
Experience with network monitoring and security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS).
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
Experience with scripting and automation tools.
Knowledge of cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage security measures to protect network and information systems.
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls to ensure optimal performance and security.
Deploy and manage Palo Alto firewalls in cloud environments, including AWS, GCP, and Azure.
Investigate and respond to security incidents and potential threats, providing timely and effective resolutions.
Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with organizational goals.
Monitor network traffic and security alerts to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Work with other IT and security team members to design, implement, and maintain security frameworks.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of configurations, changes, and security incidents.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay
Paid time off
Full flex work weeks
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees.
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.