Level 3 Firewall and Guard Engineer
Description For Level 3 Firewall and Guard Engineer
EMW, Inc. is seeking a Level 3 Firewall and Guard Engineer for their security operations in Mons, Belgium. This senior-level position requires an active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET clearance and involves critical security infrastructure management. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining enterprise-level firewall systems, particularly Palo Alto Networks, along with managing security guards and data diodes. The position demands extensive experience in network security, protocol analysis, and system administration. The successful candidate will work closely with various cybersecurity teams, handle incident response, and maintain crucial security infrastructure. This is a contract position running from January 2025 to December 2025, requiring 100% on-site presence. The role offers an opportunity to work in an international environment with both military and civilian elements, making it ideal for security professionals seeking to impact critical infrastructure protection.
Responsibilities For Level 3 Firewall and Guard Engineer
- Build, implement, maintain, and support firewalls and other network security devices
- Configure, maintain and support Mailguards and Data Diodes
- Central administration and configuration of Firewalls, Guards and Data Diodes
- Firewall policy/ruleset implementation and verification
- Provide technical support in troubleshooting infrastructure and operational issues
- Collaborate with Infrastructure Management and Cyber Security teams
- Provide assistance to Incident Handlers to identify and remediate security incidents
- Review security documentation and provide technical advice
Requirements For Level 3 Firewall and Guard Engineer
- Active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET security clearance
- More than 5 years experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls and Panorama
- Experience with firewall installation and management of other vendors
- Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Ansible)
- Experience with network protocols and traffic analysis
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking and protocol network architecture
- Expertise in TCP/IP protocols and services
- Knowledge of *nix-based Operating Systems
- Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
- Understanding of Information Security Practices (CIA triad)
- Industry certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, MCSE/S, CISA, GSNA, SANS GIAC)
