NCDIT - Technical Specialist- Senior

Job Description

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Technical Specialist for an opportunity in Raleigh, NC

Position Title:
Technical Specialist

Location:
Raleigh, NC

Anticipated

Start Date:

ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6+ months

Job Type: [CONTRACT]

Pay Range: [$65/hr] – [$75/hr]

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

• This position will assist in the migration of Cisco ASA firewall to Palo Alto firewalls.
• The person in this role must understand the various parts of the ASA configuration and how those translate over to the Palo Alto system. The person must also have in-depth understanding of Palo Alto Panorama as well as the Expedition conversion tool.
• The Technical Specialist is a senior-level resource with specialized knowledge and experience in a specific technology.
• The Technical Specialist has an overall knowledge and understanding of application development and architecture that serves as a strong base for technical expertise in a specific product or program.
• Demonstrates expertise in conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty. Identifies improvements to project standards to achieve high quality services/ products.
• Able to identify best practices and standards for the use of the product.
• Delivers support and design for industry specific applications that require integration with statewide systems or applications.
• Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts. May function as a niche technical SME.
• Advanced experience in the required technical subject matter.
• Proven experience with a technical specialty across large and complex implementations and systems.

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer‑provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and 401k.

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black‑owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People‑Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at‑will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.