Network Engineer SME

Overview Network Engineer SME TS/SCI with Poly Herndon, VA Bridge Core provides high energy, unified teams; technology integration experience; and innovative approaches, to enable our clients' mission. We enable our clients' mission by integrating innovative technologies and implementing adoption processes that modernize the digital workplace. Our trusted, skilled, and diverse team members are making a lasting impact by building tailored, client focused solutions. Do you want to join a team that is building tailored technical solutions to modernize our government's mission and our client's business? Do you have a desire to change how people work? Are you interested in helping to protect our nation's cyber interests? Join our growing team supporting the government agencies in its mission as a Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert in Herndon, VA . Responsibilities We are seeking a talented and Subject Matter Expert Level experienced Network Engineer with a specialized focus on Firewalls, particularly with significant expertise in CISCO network devices and associated management software to join our technology-based program supporting a key Government customer. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of network security principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining and optimizing firewall infrastructure. Subject Matter Expert Level design, implementation, and management of firewall solutions utilizing CISCO network devices Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies and rules Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security standards align with business objectives Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams and clients on firewall-related issues Participate in the evaluation and selection of new firewall technologies and vendors Qualifications Required Qualifications: Active TS/SCI with polygraph required to start Minimum of 11 years' experience Ability to translate customer requirements into enterprise network solutions Proven SME level experience as a CISCO Network Engineer with a focus on firewall technologies Strong proficiency with CISCO firewall platforms In-depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP stack, and OSI model Experience with firewall management software such as Cisco FTD Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Desired Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree Experience with a wide variety of network technologies and solutions architectures is a plus Broad understanding of technical principles, theories and concepts in the networking field Knowledge of state-of-the-art systems engineering principles and network design concepts Cloud Service Provider and hybrid cloud experience (extending on premise networks to cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, Oracle and Google) Strong proficiency with Palo Alto and Juniper firewall platforms is a plus Industry certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), or similar industry certifications What you can expect from us Bridge Core is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants. At Bridge Core, we ensure fair treatment for our team members and applicants based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law. Bridge Core does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to team members. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements. Regardless of vaccination status , personnel are required to wear masks while indoors when the CDC COVID-19 Community Level is High.