Firewall Engineer in Norfolk, VA

Firewall Engineer – Norfolk, VA –
Virtual Service Operations

We are seeking an experienced Firewall Engineer to support the Next‑Generation Firewall Modernization Project, migrating from Cisco Firepower to Palo Alto PA‑5430 NGFWs. In this role you will lead all phases of planning, migration, implementation, testing, stabilization, and knowledge transfer.

• Lead migration from Cisco Firepower to Palo Alto PA‑5430 devices across two campuses.
• Perform pre‑migration planning: export/mapping of existing Cisco configs, creation of RFCs, network documentation.
• Oversee implementation: racking/cabling hardware, Panorama setup, HA configuration, security zone design, AD/ISE integration.
• Support cutover & stabilization: application whitelisting, NAT policy tuning, App‑, troubleshooting, backups.
• Deliver as‑built documentation, rollback plans, and knowledge transfer to staff.
• Provide daily onsite Tier‑3 firewall support during stabilization and optimization.
• Ensure operational resiliency, performance monitoring, and compliance with DoD security requirements.

• Experience in network engineering with a focus on firewalls and security infrastructure.
• Hands‑on with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (installation, configuration, troubleshooting).
• Prior experience leading enterprise firewall migration projects (Cisco to Palo Alto preferred).
• Proven ability to serve as Tier‑3 escalation and mentor government/contractor teams.

• Must be willing to work onsite in Norfolk, VA.
• Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance or above.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking.
• Ability to work independently while valuing teamwork.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Desire for regular performance appraisals and career advancement.
• Commitment to a community of virtue‑centered colleagues.

As part of VSO, you will be part of a virtue‑centered team that values its work and teammates. We offer ongoing learning and development opportunities, competitive salaries, health benefits, and flexible work arrangements.

VSO is a hybrid cloud and managed services consulting firm that partners with leading IT service providers such as AWS, IBM, and Microsoft. We pride ourselves on employee care and offer a wide range of benefits related to health, retirement, professional development, and more. For more information, visit our career site.

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