Remote Half Time Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Req ID: 387072 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Senior Firewall Engineer - REMOTE to join our team in Arlington (REMOTE), Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary:

The Firewall Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network security measures, particularly focused on firewalls to protect an organization from cyber threats. The Firewall Engineer provides cybersecurity guidance on the implementation and maintenance of network technologies including - but not limited to - Firewall, IPS/IDS, NAC, and PKI; and is responsible for ensuring the network continues to operate efficiently with no or minimum downtime

Job Duties:

• Design and Implementation: Develop and deploy firewall infrastructure to safeguard network systems.
• Monitoring and Management: Continuously monitor network traffic and security alerts to identify and respond to abnormalities.
• Policy Development: Create and enforce firewall policies and rules to ensure compliance with security standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT and network teams to ensure a secure network architecture.
• Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and improve security measures.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve firewall and network security issues promptly.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for firewall configurations, procedures, and security policies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree 
  • One-and-one- half (1.5) years of additional experience can substitute for one (1) year of a typical degree program.
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting IT related projects in a technical capacity
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network security and firewall management
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proven in-depth knowledge of firewall technologies such as Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet, etc.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex security challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and teamwork skills with a demonstrated ability to productively collaborate effectively with a variety of stakehodlers.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific firewall certifications.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $95,918 - $222,031. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

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