Job Description: PURPOSE:
Develops and implements security solutions. Administers security technology systems by architecting and engineering/developing trusted systems into secure systems. Assists in the development of implementation and deployment plans that are aligned to the organizational strategic plan objectives and security requirements. Advises management in developing cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
20% Assists with day-to-day support of security solutions.

20% Assists with engineering support and system administration of specialized cybersecurity solutions.

15% Solves complex problems and answers routine questions about the installation, operation, configuration, and customization of cybersecurity software.

15% Identifies potential conflicts with the implementation of any cybersecurity solutions.

10% Answers routine questions about the installation, operation, configuration, and customization of cybersecurity solutions.

10% Reviews and analyzes appropriate cybersecurity solution system logs for performance and functional anomalies.

10% Works with system design architects and project managers to provide security requirements.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this engineering position the resource must have 3 to 5 years experience with Palo Alto Firewalls. Must be able to configure firewalls, manage and upgrade firewall systems, configure routing, and support WildFire Threat protection.
Any F5 Load Balancer and Gigamon packet broker experience is a plus.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Education Details: Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Experience: 5 years relevant IT security experience

In Lieu of Education
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to perform risk assessments and investigate cyber security incidents. , Advanced
Ability to understand vulnerabilities at a technical level., Advanced
Knowledge of hardware and software, networks, data centers, systems, and cyber security related issues. , Advanced
Proficient in ethical hacking techniques., Proficient
Strong critical thinking ability and investigative/problem solving skills., Advanced

The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes them ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs. Must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities, deadlines, and workloads that can be variable for long periods of time. Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Licenses/Certifications
CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Upon Hire Req or
Palo Alto or Cisco Firewall certifications