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Network Engineer (Palo Alto)

Quadrant, Inc.

Sep 25, 2025
Network Engineer (Palo Alto) Arlington, VA (Rosslyn) Pay From: $65.00 per hour MUST: Network Engineer (Palo Alto) Top Secret with SCI eligibility DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (CCNA, Cysa+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP) Five (5) years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years focused on Palo Alto firewalls Experience configuring, managing, and optimizing Palo Alto Firewalls directly and via Panorama Understanding of Palo Alto features such as App-ID, User-ID, URL filtering, GlobalProtect VPN, and threat prevention Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs). Familiarity with DoD security and compliance frameworks Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment Bachelor's degree in information systems, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience DUTIES: Network Engineer (Palo Alto) to support a DoD program Focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructures that comply with DoD cybersecurity standards The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge of Palo Alto Networks technologies, combined with experience in mission-critical defense environments Configure, deploy, and manage Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, and related security infrastructure Implement and maintain secure network architectures in accordance with DoD standards Conduct network performance monitoring, capacity planning, and optimization Develop and maintain detailed network diagrams, documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Support vulnerability assessments and remediation activities Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".