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# Engineer, System III

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000 - $190,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Network Packet, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Segmentation, Packet Analyzer, Remote Access Technology, Firewall Policy Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Traffic Analysis, Virtual Local Area Networks, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), SC Clearance, Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Cyber Warfare, Splunk
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9294819/engineer-system-iii

## About the Role

* 7+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, cybersecurity, network engineering, or related IT disciplines.
 * Hands-on experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), Palo Alto Firewalls, Panorama, PAN-OS, IPsec VPN technologies, and enterprise security architectures.
 * Strong network troubleshooting, packet analysis, firewall policy management, threat analysis, VLAN segmentation, and cloud connectivity experience.
 * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
 * Active Secret Security Clearance required.
 * Must possess DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III certification requirements.

## Description

* Manage, configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), IPS platforms, VPN solutions, and perimeter security devices across on-premises and cloud environments.
 * Administer Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama centralized management, and PAN-OS while implementing security policies, optimizing performance, and conducting threat analysis.
 * Perform network segmentation, VLAN configuration, firewall rule implementation, and compliance activities in accordance with STIGs, IAVMs, and cybersecurity directives.
 * Analyze firewall traffic, threat logs, GlobalProtect logs, and network packet captures using tools such as Splunk, Elastic, and other log aggregation platforms.
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