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QTS Data Centers

Cloud Engineer I - OSC - 3rd Shift

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$52 - $69.25/hr

... firewall rule changes • Competent understanding of High Availability technologies and clustering • Competent understanding of various protocols/services such as SMTP, SNMP, SSL, SSH and DNS • ...

Diverse Lynx

Command Centre Lead

Alpharetta, GA

Provide matrix management across people, processes, resources, and third parties; resolve conflict ... Maintain shift logs, incident notes, and documentation; follow change, incident, and problem ...

BlackHawk Data, LLC (12029)

NOC Technician

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$60K - $70K/yr

Must be open to 3rd shift. Location: Remote BlackHawk Data is seeking a sharp, forward-thinking NOC ... Familiarity with firewalls, switches, and routers (Cisco, Fortinet, or Arista) * Knowledge of ...

BlackHawk Data

NOC Technician

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $70K/yr

Must be open to 3rd shift. Location: Remote BlackHawk Data is seeking a sharp, forward-thinking NOC ... Familiarity with firewalls, switches, and routers (Cisco, Fortinet, or Arista) * Knowledge of ...

HII

NETWORK ENGINEER 3

Pascagoula, MS

Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework ... May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. May design network or portion of ...

HII

NETWORK ENGINEER 3

Pascagoula, MS

Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework ... May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. May design network or portion of ...

HII

NETWORK ENGINEER 3

Pascagoula, MS

Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework ... May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. May design network or portion of ...

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How much do 3rd shift firewall jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift firewall in the United States is $53.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.91 and $61.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs in the US pay $300,000 a year?

In cybersecurity, roles such as senior security architects, chief information security officers, and specialized consultants can earn $300,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, certifications like CISSP or CISM, and leadership responsibilities. These high-paying positions often require advanced skills, strategic oversight, and sometimes work in high-stakes or executive environments.

What is the difference between 3Rd Shift Firewall vs Network Security Technician?

Aspect3Rd Shift FirewallNetwork Security Technician
CertificationsFirewall certifications (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto)Security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP)
Work EnvironmentNight shift, data centers, 24/7 security monitoringOffice or remote, network infrastructure, security systems
Employer & IndustryIT security firms, large corporations, government agenciesIT departments, cybersecurity firms, enterprise networks

The 3Rd Shift Firewall role focuses on configuring and managing firewalls during night shifts, primarily in data centers or security operations centers. In contrast, a Network Security Technician handles broader network security tasks, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementing security measures across networks. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope and work environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Firewall jobs? The most popular types of Firewall jobs are:
Infographic showing various 3Rd Shift Firewall job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% As Needed, 15% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,302 per year, or $54 per hour.
Cloud Engineer I - OSC - 3rd Shift

Cloud Engineer I - OSC - 3rd Shift

QTS Data Centers

Suwanee, GA • On-site

$52 - $69.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
QTS Data Centers is a leader in digital infrastructure, committed to innovation and sustainability. The Cloud Engineer I - OSC will support internal and customer computing systems, focusing on problem resolution and customer satisfaction while working in a 24/7 operations environment.
Responsibilities:
• Be a part of a 24x7x365 Operations Service Center and be flexible in availability as needed
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the assigned task(s), functional area(s) or project(s)
• Manage your assigned tickets to ensure SLA compliance and customer satisfaction
• Provide operational support in response to monitoring alerts and resolve incidents
• Respond quickly and effectively to production issues and take responsibility for seeing those issues through resolution
• Triage and escalate tickets according to QTS policy
• Deliver customer-focused support through phone calls and ticket-based communications
• Perform scheduled system maintenance activities including, hardware and software upgrades; software and application patching
• Support VMware ESXi and similar technologies on various hardware platforms
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
• Three or more years of progressive IT engineering experience
• Experience with Linux and/or Windows OS, virtualization and hyperconverged technologies (such as VMware), and Active Directory/Exchange administration on an enterprise-level
• Experience with IT monitoring systems and proficient with monitoring, patching and coordinating data protection of assigned physical and virtual systems
• Proficient in basic network virtualization (NSX) firewall rule changes
• Competent understanding of High Availability technologies and clustering
• Competent understanding of various protocols/services such as SMTP, SNMP, SSL, SSH and DNS
• Competent understanding of basic networking technologies, concepts and the OSI model
• US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts.
Preferred:
• Two or more years of Systems Administration/Engineering experience, with a focus on virtualization
• Prior experience working in a Data Center environment
• Strong knowledge of Python, Ansible, PowerShell, and/or JavaScript/JSON/REST API
• One of more systems-focused certifications (VCP-DCV, MCSA/MCSE, RHSE/RHSA, etc.)
Company:
QTS is the digital infrastructure leader – Powered by People, driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation. Founded in 2005, the company is headquartered in Overland Park, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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