Job Description
Position Title: Network Firewall Engineer
Location: Richmond, VA
Clearance Requirements: None required
Position Status: Contract to Hire (4-month contract with potential for permanent placement)
Pay Rate: $50.00/hr
Position Description: Join a dynamic team as a Network Firewall Engineer supporting a leading healthcare system in Richmond, VA. This onsite role offers the opportunity to design and implement robust firewall solutions, enhance network security, and collaborate with seasoned IT professionals. Be part of an innovative environment committed to excellence in patient care and technology.
Key Responsibilities: - Design, configure, and implement firewall solutions (preferably Palo Alto) to meet security and business needs
- Perform firewall upgrades, migrations, and security monitoring
- Troubleshoot network security issues efficiently using tools like Wireshark and packet flow analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to optimize network performance and security posture
- Mentor and assist junior security engineers in best practices and configurations
- Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations and security procedures
Required Skills & Qualifications: - At least 3 years of hands-on experience managing network security and firewalls, with Palo Alto preferred
- Strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
- Proficiency with troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark, traceroute, ping, and knowledge of network protocols
- Security+ certification or equivalent security knowledge, including threat detection and access control
- Experience configuring rules, NAT, and VPNs on firewalls and routers
- Basic scripting skills with Python or Ansible are a plus
- Ability to diagnose and resolve network and security issues swiftly and accurately
- Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications: - Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification
- Experience with ticketing systems and documented security procedures
About Seneca Resources: At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing partner - we are your trusted career ally. With a nationwide presence and a diverse portfolio of clients, we excel in connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities. We prioritize your growth, provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated support to help you succeed. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures an equitable environment where all qualified professionals are encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer Seneca Resources values diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Contract work