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We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.\nWAN Security Engineers support Enterprise-class network security technologies, which includes network firewalls, web proxy appliances, VPN appliances, Comply to Connect (C2C) and Network Access Control solutions. The WAN Security Engineers are responsible for design, troubleshooting, optimization, administration, change management and technical documentation. The core network technologies include Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Firewalls, Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC), Menlo Cloud-Based Internet Isolation Solutions (CBII), Forescout Enterprise Manager, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). Program: OMDAC-SWACA.\nThis position offers company-paid housing and transportation, a completion bonus and tuition reimbursement program!\nYou must satisfy all host country requirements to legally work in the host country in order to be qualified for this position.\nResponsibilities\nProvide enterprise-level customer support for all requests to modify network firewall access-lists; manage access control to all network devices in the theater; troubleshoot and resolve web browsing issues; support requests for services hosted in the demilitarized zones (DMZ).\nProvides network security policy recommendations, project planning, change control, firewall management, and access control list (ACL) management.\nEnforce enterprise security policies.\nAssist with identifying and investigating malicious network activity.\nEnsure that all managed technologies are compliant with current DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).\nPerform regular system maintenance in support of IAVA vulnerabilities and CCRI compliance.\nCreate, update and maintain proxy web filtering policies. Analyze logs to look for irregularities and identify miscategorized sites that may need to be blocked.\nSupport authentication, authorization, accounting (AAA) & auditing for all network devices and maintain records for accounts in Cisco ISE.\nSupport the Comply to Connect (C2C) infrastructure and work with other departments that play a role in the Zero Trust architecture.\nMonitor the status and health of the managed network devices using network monitoring tools.\nCreate, update, and maintain detailed network diagrams.\nCreate and track network issues/requests using the ServiceNow ticketing system.\nAdditional duties as assigned by leadership.\nQualifications\nQualification\nSecurity Clearance:Requires an active Secret Clearance\n\n Education / Certifications:One year of related experience may be substituted for one year of education if degree is required.Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience preferably in Computer Science or MIS, IS, Engineering or related field.\nThis position requires candidates to adhere to DoD 8570.01M. All candidates are required to maintain at least one (1) baseline certification and one (1) computing environment (CE) certification. Baseline certifications cannot also be used as a Computing Environment (CE) certification.\nThe authorized certifications for this job title are listed as follows:\n\nIAT Level: IAT III\n BASELINE:Cisco: CCNP Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)\nCompTIA: CASP+ ce: Advanced Security Practitioner\nGIAC: GCED: Certified Enterprise Defender\nGIAC: GCIH: Certified Incident Handler\nISACA: CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor\nISC2: CISSP (or Associate): Certified Information Systems Security Professional\n\n COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT (CE):Cisco CCNP: Enterprise\nCisco CCNP: Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)\nCisco CCIE: Enterprise Infrastructure\nCisco CCIE: Security\n\n Experience:One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for one year of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree in a Software Engineering or Business Information Systems discipline for three years general experience.Minimum of 10 years of experience working with network and firewall technologies.\nExperience with VPN technologies.\nA high-level ability and aptitude to perform technical, managerial, or analytical work and coordination involving enterprise network equipment & software.\nPlatforms including a combination of the following: Cisco Firepower Next Gen Firewall, Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center, Menlo Cloud-Based Internet Isolation (CBII), Forescout Enterprise Manager, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).\nA solid background with TCP/IP and must be able to troubleshoot all supported network protocols.\n\nSkills and Technology Used:Ability to verify that all systems under the direct control of RCC-SWA are properly configured in accordance with the Higher Headquarters, Local, and DISA STIG configuration policies.\nAbility to manage asset documentation for accreditation and authorization.\nAbility to assess networking requirements and provide solutions.\nAbility to make accurate and independent decisions under pressure.\nAbility to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously.\nExpert ability to troubleshoot infrastructure equipment.\nExcellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills\nAbility to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.\nAbility to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously across departmental boundaries.\nExperience with a customer service-oriented company\n\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.\nProvide enterprise-level customer support for all requests to modify network firewall access-lists; manage access control to all network devices in the theater; troubleshoot and resolve web browsing issues; support requests for services hosted in the demilitarized zones (DMZ).\nProvides network security policy recommendations, project planning, change control, firewall management, and access control list (ACL) management.\nEnforce enterprise security policies.\nAssist with identifying and investigating malicious network activity.\nEnsure that all managed technologies are compliant with current DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).\nPerform regular system maintenance in support of IAVA vulnerabilities and CCRI compliance.\nCreate, update and maintain proxy web filtering policies. Analyze logs to look for irregularities and identify miscategorized sites that may need to be blocked.\nSupport authentication, authorization, accounting (AAA) & auditing for all network devices and maintain records for accounts in Cisco ISE.\nSupport the Comply to Connect (C2C) infrastructure and work with other departments that play a role in the Zero Trust architecture.\nMonitor the status and health of the managed network devices using network monitoring tools.\nCreate, update, and maintain detailed network diagrams.\nCreate and track network issues/requests using the ServiceNow ticketing system.\nAdditional duties as assigned by leadership.\nQualification\nSecurity Clearance:Requires an active Secret Clearance\n\n Education / Certifications:One year of related experience may be substituted for one year of education if degree is required.Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience preferably in Computer Science or MIS, IS, Engineering or related field.\nThis position requires candidates to adhere to DoD 8570.01M. All candidates are required to maintain at least one (1) baseline certification and one (1) computing environment (CE) certification. Baseline certifications cannot also be used as a Computing Environment (CE) certification.\nThe authorized certifications for this job title are listed as follows:\n\nIAT Level: IAT III\n BASELINE:Cisco: CCNP Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)\nCompTIA: CASP+ ce: Advanced Security Practitioner\nGIAC: GCED: Certified Enterprise Defender\nGIAC: GCIH: Certified Incident Handler\nISACA: CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor\nISC2: CISSP (or Associate): Certified Information Systems Security Professional\n\n COMPUTING ENVIRONMENT (CE):Cisco CCNP: Enterprise\nCisco CCNP: Security (Cannot be used as a dual qualifier)\nCisco CCIE: Enterprise Infrastructure\nCisco CCIE: Security\n\n Experience:One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for one year of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree in a Software Engineering or Business Information Systems discipline for three years general experience.Minimum of 10 years of experience working with network and firewall technologies.\nExperience with VPN technologies.\nA high-level ability and aptitude to perform technical, managerial, or analytical work and coordination involving enterprise network equipment & software.\nPlatforms including a combination of the following: Cisco Firepower Next Gen Firewall, Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center, Menlo Cloud-Based Internet Isolation (CBII), Forescout Enterprise Manager, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).\nA solid background with TCP/IP and must be able to troubleshoot all supported network protocols.\n\nSkills and Technology Used:Ability to verify that all systems under the direct control of RCC-SWA are properly configured in accordance with the Higher Headquarters, Local, and DISA STIG configuration policies.\nAbility to manage asset documentation for accreditation and authorization.\nAbility to assess networking requirements and provide solutions.\nAbility to make accurate and independent decisions under pressure.\nAbility to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously.\nExpert ability to troubleshoot infrastructure equipment.\nExcellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills\nAbility to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.\nAbility to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously across departmental boundaries.\nExperience with a customer service-oriented company\n\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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