Genesis10 is currently seeking a Software QA Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a Technology Company located in Columbus, OH; Fairfax, VA; or Hampton, VA. This position requires 2-3 days per week on-site in one of those locations. Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications Position Overview: This role is critical in maintaining high software quality standards and providing reliable solutions that meet user and business requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality of software products by identifying defects, conducting tests, and validating that the software functions as expected. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and an understanding of software testing methodologies to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test plans, test cases, and scripts to ensure software quality Perform functional, regression, performance, and security testing to identify bugs or defects Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand product requirements and testing needs Identify, document, and track software defects, ensuring clear communication of issues and their resolutions Use test automation tools and frameworks to increase the efficiency of the testing process Assist in continuously improving QA processes, tools, and best practices Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and assist clients with product validation Assist in troubleshooting production issues and replicating customer-reported defects in testing environments Monitor application performance and run performance tests to ensure scalability Report quality metrics and test results to management and stakeholders Primary Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field 2-5 years of proven experience as a quality assurance engineer, software tester, or similar role with expertise in manual and automated testing Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript to build and run automated test scripts Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools (Selenium, JUnit, TestNG), and frameworks Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (JIRA, Bugzilla) Understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and version control systems like Git Familiarity with Agile methodology and tools (Scrum, Kanban) Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Desired Skills: Relevant certification in software testing or quality assurance (ISTQB, CSTE, or similar) Experience with performance testing tools (LoadRunner or JMeter) Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure) Understanding of database management systems and SQL for data verification Experience with version control and collaboration tools (Git, Bitbucket) Knowledge of security testing practices and tools Experience with API testing and mobile app testing (iOS and Android) Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years The opportunity to have a career home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
11/14/2026
Full time
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Software QA Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a Technology Company located in Columbus, OH; Fairfax, VA; or Hampton, VA. This position requires 2-3 days per week on-site in one of those locations. Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications Position Overview: This role is critical in maintaining high software quality standards and providing reliable solutions that meet user and business requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality of software products by identifying defects, conducting tests, and validating that the software functions as expected. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and an understanding of software testing methodologies to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test plans, test cases, and scripts to ensure software quality Perform functional, regression, performance, and security testing to identify bugs or defects Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand product requirements and testing needs Identify, document, and track software defects, ensuring clear communication of issues and their resolutions Use test automation tools and frameworks to increase the efficiency of the testing process Assist in continuously improving QA processes, tools, and best practices Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and assist clients with product validation Assist in troubleshooting production issues and replicating customer-reported defects in testing environments Monitor application performance and run performance tests to ensure scalability Report quality metrics and test results to management and stakeholders Primary Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field 2-5 years of proven experience as a quality assurance engineer, software tester, or similar role with expertise in manual and automated testing Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript to build and run automated test scripts Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools (Selenium, JUnit, TestNG), and frameworks Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (JIRA, Bugzilla) Understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and version control systems like Git Familiarity with Agile methodology and tools (Scrum, Kanban) Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Desired Skills: Relevant certification in software testing or quality assurance (ISTQB, CSTE, or similar) Experience with performance testing tools (LoadRunner or JMeter) Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure) Understanding of database management systems and SQL for data verification Experience with version control and collaboration tools (Git, Bitbucket) Knowledge of security testing practices and tools Experience with API testing and mobile app testing (iOS and Android) Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years The opportunity to have a career home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Pay Range: $30.00hr - $35.00hr Job Overview: The candidate will leverage their technical expertise to manage academic labs and provide smart classroom support to the community of students and educators. Candidates must interview and work on site. Local candidates are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Hardware & Software Support: Install, diagnose, and repair desktops, laptops, scanners, and peripherals. Training is provided on the proprietary software suite. Security & Compliance: Maintain the integrity of the technology environment by adhering to IT Security Standards and organizational policies. Inventory Management: Track hardware and software assets across labs, classrooms, and mobile devices to ensure the department stays organized. Training & Documentation: Empower faculty and staff through hands-on training sessions and by creating clear, accessible technical documentation and videos. Strategic Objectives: User Success: Act as a centralized problem-resolution hub to minimize downtime for the campus community. Quality Leadership: Support the IT Manager in departmental goals, ensuring a high standard of performance and clear communication. Requirements: Technical Troubleshooting: A natural curiosity for how things work and a knack for fixing hardware and software issues. Communication Skills: The ability to translate technical language into helpful instructions for non-technical users. Organization: Ability to keep records updated and projects on schedule. Adaptability: A team player ready to handle varied duties to keep the department running smoothly. Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience troubleshooting Windows and MacOS environments and common hardware (desktops and laptops). Instructional Tech: Familiarity with classroom technology, such as projectors, smartboards, or video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, or WebEx). Compliance Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT security principles and data privacy standards. Preferred Skills: Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Google IT Support Professional Certificate. Customer Service: A background in Help Desk technical support, ideally in an academic or corporate setting. Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have): Ability to lift and move computer equipment (up to 30 lbs). Ability to navigate classroom environments to perform installations. Ability to kneel, crouch, or crawl under desks and in confined spaces to manage cabling and hardware installation. Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
11/14/2026
Full time
Pay Range: $30.00hr - $35.00hr Job Overview: The candidate will leverage their technical expertise to manage academic labs and provide smart classroom support to the community of students and educators. Candidates must interview and work on site. Local candidates are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Hardware & Software Support: Install, diagnose, and repair desktops, laptops, scanners, and peripherals. Training is provided on the proprietary software suite. Security & Compliance: Maintain the integrity of the technology environment by adhering to IT Security Standards and organizational policies. Inventory Management: Track hardware and software assets across labs, classrooms, and mobile devices to ensure the department stays organized. Training & Documentation: Empower faculty and staff through hands-on training sessions and by creating clear, accessible technical documentation and videos. Strategic Objectives: User Success: Act as a centralized problem-resolution hub to minimize downtime for the campus community. Quality Leadership: Support the IT Manager in departmental goals, ensuring a high standard of performance and clear communication. Requirements: Technical Troubleshooting: A natural curiosity for how things work and a knack for fixing hardware and software issues. Communication Skills: The ability to translate technical language into helpful instructions for non-technical users. Organization: Ability to keep records updated and projects on schedule. Adaptability: A team player ready to handle varied duties to keep the department running smoothly. Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience troubleshooting Windows and MacOS environments and common hardware (desktops and laptops). Instructional Tech: Familiarity with classroom technology, such as projectors, smartboards, or video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, or WebEx). Compliance Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT security principles and data privacy standards. Preferred Skills: Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Google IT Support Professional Certificate. Customer Service: A background in Help Desk technical support, ideally in an academic or corporate setting. Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have): Ability to lift and move computer equipment (up to 30 lbs). Ability to navigate classroom environments to perform installations. Ability to kneel, crouch, or crawl under desks and in confined spaces to manage cabling and hardware installation. Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Staff Mobile Engineer to lead design and development of high-quality iOS and Android applications that power innovative healthcare and diagnostics solutions. In this role, you will define mobile architecture, mentor engineers, and drive best practices in performance, security, and reliability. You will collaborate with product, design, and clinical stakeholders to deliver compliant, user-centric features that scale globally. This position offers growth, impact on patient outcomes, and the opportunity to shape Abbott's mobile technology ecosystem. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain high-quality native i OS and Android applications Define and own mobile architecture, coding standards, and best practices Collaborate with product, design, and clinical teams to deliver compliant features Integrate apps with secure, scalable backend services and APIs Ensure app performance, reliability, security, and data privacy Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps Mentor and provide technical guidance to mobile engineers Review code and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices Contribute to roadmap planning and technical decision-making Support production releases, monitoring, and issue resolution Required Skills Swift Kotlin Mobile architecture (MVVM/MVI/Clean Architecture) RESTful and Graph QL APIs Unit and UI test automation CI/CD pipelines for mobile App Store / Google Play deployment Secure data storage and encryption Performance profiling and optimization Git and code review practices
11/14/2026
Full time
Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Staff Mobile Engineer to lead design and development of high-quality iOS and Android applications that power innovative healthcare and diagnostics solutions. In this role, you will define mobile architecture, mentor engineers, and drive best practices in performance, security, and reliability. You will collaborate with product, design, and clinical stakeholders to deliver compliant, user-centric features that scale globally. This position offers growth, impact on patient outcomes, and the opportunity to shape Abbott's mobile technology ecosystem. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain high-quality native i OS and Android applications Define and own mobile architecture, coding standards, and best practices Collaborate with product, design, and clinical teams to deliver compliant features Integrate apps with secure, scalable backend services and APIs Ensure app performance, reliability, security, and data privacy Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps Mentor and provide technical guidance to mobile engineers Review code and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices Contribute to roadmap planning and technical decision-making Support production releases, monitoring, and issue resolution Required Skills Swift Kotlin Mobile architecture (MVVM/MVI/Clean Architecture) RESTful and Graph QL APIs Unit and UI test automation CI/CD pipelines for mobile App Store / Google Play deployment Secure data storage and encryption Performance profiling and optimization Git and code review practices
Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Staff Mobile Engineer, iOS to lead development of secure, high-performing mobile applications that power our medical devices and digital health solutions. You will own iOS architecture, guide technical decisions, and mentor engineers while collaborating with product, design, and backend teams. Responsibilities include building scalable, testable features, ensuring data privacy and regulatory compliance, and driving performance and reliability. Join an inclusive, mission-driven team advancing innovative healthcare technologies that improve quality of life worldwide. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain complex native i OS applications for Abbott healthcare products Define and own mobile architecture, patterns, and coding standards for the i OS platform Collaborate with product, design, QA, and backend teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions Implement and optimize app performance, reliability, and offline capabilities Ensure compliance with healthcare, privacy, and security regulations in all features Write unit, UI, and integration tests and support automated CI/CD pipelines Review code, mentor mobile engineers, and champion engineering best practices Troubleshoot production issues, analyze metrics, and drive continuous improvement Contribute to technical roadmaps and evaluate new i OS frameworks and tools Required Skills Swifti OS SDK and frameworks (UIKit, Swift UI, Combine) RESTful APIs and JSON integration Mobile app architecture (MVC, MVVM, VIPER, Clean Architecture) Unit, UI, and integration testing for i OSCI/CD for mobile (e.g., Fastlane, Git Hub Actions, Jenkins) Secure data storage and encryption on mobile App Store deployment and release management Performance profiling and optimization for i OSWorking in regulated or healthcare software environments
11/14/2026
Full time
Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Staff Mobile Engineer, iOS to lead development of secure, high-performing mobile applications that power our medical devices and digital health solutions. You will own iOS architecture, guide technical decisions, and mentor engineers while collaborating with product, design, and backend teams. Responsibilities include building scalable, testable features, ensuring data privacy and regulatory compliance, and driving performance and reliability. Join an inclusive, mission-driven team advancing innovative healthcare technologies that improve quality of life worldwide. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain complex native i OS applications for Abbott healthcare products Define and own mobile architecture, patterns, and coding standards for the i OS platform Collaborate with product, design, QA, and backend teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions Implement and optimize app performance, reliability, and offline capabilities Ensure compliance with healthcare, privacy, and security regulations in all features Write unit, UI, and integration tests and support automated CI/CD pipelines Review code, mentor mobile engineers, and champion engineering best practices Troubleshoot production issues, analyze metrics, and drive continuous improvement Contribute to technical roadmaps and evaluate new i OS frameworks and tools Required Skills Swifti OS SDK and frameworks (UIKit, Swift UI, Combine) RESTful APIs and JSON integration Mobile app architecture (MVC, MVVM, VIPER, Clean Architecture) Unit, UI, and integration testing for i OSCI/CD for mobile (e.g., Fastlane, Git Hub Actions, Jenkins) Secure data storage and encryption on mobile App Store deployment and release management Performance profiling and optimization for i OSWorking in regulated or healthcare software environments
Pay Range: $30.00hr - $35.00hr Job Overview: The candidate will leverage their technical expertise to manage academic labs and provide smart classroom support to the community of students and educators. Candidates must interview and work on site. Local candidates are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Hardware & Software Support: Install, diagnose, and repair desktops, laptops, scanners, and peripherals. Training is provided on the proprietary software suite. Security & Compliance: Maintain the integrity of the technology environment by adhering to IT Security Standards and organizational policies. Inventory Management: Track hardware and software assets across labs, classrooms, and mobile devices to ensure the department stays organized. Training & Documentation: Empower faculty and staff through hands-on training sessions and by creating clear, accessible technical documentation and videos. Strategic Objectives: User Success: Act as a centralized problem-resolution hub to minimize downtime for the campus community. Quality Leadership: Support the IT Manager in departmental goals, ensuring a high standard of performance and clear communication. Requirements: Technical Troubleshooting: A natural curiosity for how things work and a knack for fixing hardware and software issues. Communication Skills: The ability to translate technical language into helpful instructions for non-technical users. Organization: Ability to keep records updated and projects on schedule. Adaptability: A team player ready to handle varied duties to keep the department running smoothly. Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience troubleshooting Windows and MacOS environments and common hardware (desktops and laptops). Instructional Tech: Familiarity with classroom technology, such as projectors, smartboards, or video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, or WebEx). Compliance Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT security principles and data privacy standards. Preferred Skills: Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Google IT Support Professional Certificate. Customer Service: A background in Help Desk technical support, ideally in an academic or corporate setting. Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have): Ability to lift and move computer equipment (up to 30 lbs). Ability to navigate classroom environments to perform installations. Ability to kneel, crouch, or crawl under desks and in confined spaces to manage cabling and hardware installation. Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
11/14/2026
Full time
Pay Range: $30.00hr - $35.00hr Job Overview: The candidate will leverage their technical expertise to manage academic labs and provide smart classroom support to the community of students and educators. Candidates must interview and work on site. Local candidates are strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Hardware & Software Support: Install, diagnose, and repair desktops, laptops, scanners, and peripherals. Training is provided on the proprietary software suite. Security & Compliance: Maintain the integrity of the technology environment by adhering to IT Security Standards and organizational policies. Inventory Management: Track hardware and software assets across labs, classrooms, and mobile devices to ensure the department stays organized. Training & Documentation: Empower faculty and staff through hands-on training sessions and by creating clear, accessible technical documentation and videos. Strategic Objectives: User Success: Act as a centralized problem-resolution hub to minimize downtime for the campus community. Quality Leadership: Support the IT Manager in departmental goals, ensuring a high standard of performance and clear communication. Requirements: Technical Troubleshooting: A natural curiosity for how things work and a knack for fixing hardware and software issues. Communication Skills: The ability to translate technical language into helpful instructions for non-technical users. Organization: Ability to keep records updated and projects on schedule. Adaptability: A team player ready to handle varied duties to keep the department running smoothly. Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience troubleshooting Windows and MacOS environments and common hardware (desktops and laptops). Instructional Tech: Familiarity with classroom technology, such as projectors, smartboards, or video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, or WebEx). Compliance Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT security principles and data privacy standards. Preferred Skills: Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, or Google IT Support Professional Certificate. Customer Service: A background in Help Desk technical support, ideally in an academic or corporate setting. Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have): Ability to lift and move computer equipment (up to 30 lbs). Ability to navigate classroom environments to perform installations. Ability to kneel, crouch, or crawl under desks and in confined spaces to manage cabling and hardware installation. Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
Job Description Job Description PALO ALTO FIREWALL ENGINEER Position Description Description This is an opening for a Firewall Engineer/Team Lead to support a Department of State (DoS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) program. This program provides transparent, interconnected systems and security supporting the DoS in successfully carrying out its U.S. foreign policy mission. DT provides enterprise architecture design, engineering, operations and maintenance support services for servers, networks, firewalls, and enterprise applications across the Department. Program is named "Vanguard" and is an IT consolidation consisting of the Department's servers, mainframes, network devices, network perimeter, anti-virus engineering, public key infrastructure (PKI)/biometrics/encryption, monitoring tools, telephony, mobile computing platform, virtual environment, and enclave design/security engineering. This is a firewall engineer position within the Vanguard 2025 program, providing general Tier II monitoring, configuration, and support to multiple firewalls and perimeter security systems. The position directly supports DoS on-site to provide perimeter security protection to over 80,000 customers globally. This is a hybrid position based out of Beltsville, MD with 3 days on-site. Shift is MIDs (11:00pm-7:30am), Sun-Thurs after training. During the 6-8 week training period, it will be 5 days on-site Mon-Fri (7:00am-3:30pm). Your responsibilities will include: Provides Tier 2 support in the monitoring, management, and troubleshooting of perimeter devices to include firewalls, proxies, and mail transport agents. Along with being a Team Lead for the MID shift. As the Lead you will be expectant to give a turnover of events for the past shift, create weekly Quad Chart, and be able to direct work to other firewall operations staff. Must be able to guide other staff on tasks assigned to the team. Review request for time off and stay in touch with the manager on all events happening on the shift. Monitor Service Now application for Firewall Operations incident and service requests. Implements firewall rules and policies, perform troubleshoots of firewall, email, and Proxy platforms for performance issues. Analyzes network traffic captures. Escalates issues as required to Tier 3 staff and monitors issues throughout a problem's life cycle. Performs recurring maintenance activities such as device reboots and software upgrades on perimeter devices. Records and reports on firewall operations, utilization, and maintenance. Collaborate across Bureaus and Agencies to implement and repair network changes as they relate to perimeter security devices. Support Diplomatic Security Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) by implementing block requests for IP's, Websites, and Email addresses. Update architecture diagrams using Visio. Monitor and perform health checks on multiple perimeter security devices. Draft, coordinate and publish outage notifications as required. Update shift logs and provide reports to leadership daily. Maintain standard operating procedures (SOP), work instructions, and other working documents. Attend weekly teleconferences, onsite meetings, and participate in working groups as required. Qualifications Required Education & Experience BA degree and 6 years of experience; may accept additional experience in lieu of degree. In Depth experience using Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama monitoring tools to troubleshoot and configure a Firewall infrastructure. Strong understanding of networking, proxy, and packet filtering technologies. Minimum 5 years IT Customer Support experience (Tier I and/or Tier II). First-hand experience with supporting the monitoring and configuration of Firewall/DMZ infrastructure including Network and Application Firewall Packet Filtering technologies (StoneGate, Palo Alto, FortiGate, Azure Firewall, Cloudflare, Cisco Email Security Appliances (ESA), A10 proxy devices). CLI experience preferred. Experienced in utilizing network monitoring tools such as Nagios and NeuralStar. Basic Microsoft Windows Server 2016 implementation and troubleshooting from a security/firewall perspective. Experienced with TCP/IP network implementation and troubleshooting. Required Clearance US Citizenship. An Interim Secret clearance is required to start work and requires eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Powered by JazzHR ZpLPHj5F0L
09/28/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description PALO ALTO FIREWALL ENGINEER Position Description Description This is an opening for a Firewall Engineer/Team Lead to support a Department of State (DoS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) program. This program provides transparent, interconnected systems and security supporting the DoS in successfully carrying out its U.S. foreign policy mission. DT provides enterprise architecture design, engineering, operations and maintenance support services for servers, networks, firewalls, and enterprise applications across the Department. Program is named "Vanguard" and is an IT consolidation consisting of the Department's servers, mainframes, network devices, network perimeter, anti-virus engineering, public key infrastructure (PKI)/biometrics/encryption, monitoring tools, telephony, mobile computing platform, virtual environment, and enclave design/security engineering. This is a firewall engineer position within the Vanguard 2025 program, providing general Tier II monitoring, configuration, and support to multiple firewalls and perimeter security systems. The position directly supports DoS on-site to provide perimeter security protection to over 80,000 customers globally. This is a hybrid position based out of Beltsville, MD with 3 days on-site. Shift is MIDs (11:00pm-7:30am), Sun-Thurs after training. During the 6-8 week training period, it will be 5 days on-site Mon-Fri (7:00am-3:30pm). Your responsibilities will include: Provides Tier 2 support in the monitoring, management, and troubleshooting of perimeter devices to include firewalls, proxies, and mail transport agents. Along with being a Team Lead for the MID shift. As the Lead you will be expectant to give a turnover of events for the past shift, create weekly Quad Chart, and be able to direct work to other firewall operations staff. Must be able to guide other staff on tasks assigned to the team. Review request for time off and stay in touch with the manager on all events happening on the shift. Monitor Service Now application for Firewall Operations incident and service requests. Implements firewall rules and policies, perform troubleshoots of firewall, email, and Proxy platforms for performance issues. Analyzes network traffic captures. Escalates issues as required to Tier 3 staff and monitors issues throughout a problem's life cycle. Performs recurring maintenance activities such as device reboots and software upgrades on perimeter devices. Records and reports on firewall operations, utilization, and maintenance. Collaborate across Bureaus and Agencies to implement and repair network changes as they relate to perimeter security devices. Support Diplomatic Security Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) by implementing block requests for IP's, Websites, and Email addresses. Update architecture diagrams using Visio. Monitor and perform health checks on multiple perimeter security devices. Draft, coordinate and publish outage notifications as required. Update shift logs and provide reports to leadership daily. Maintain standard operating procedures (SOP), work instructions, and other working documents. Attend weekly teleconferences, onsite meetings, and participate in working groups as required. Qualifications Required Education & Experience BA degree and 6 years of experience; may accept additional experience in lieu of degree. In Depth experience using Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama monitoring tools to troubleshoot and configure a Firewall infrastructure. Strong understanding of networking, proxy, and packet filtering technologies. Minimum 5 years IT Customer Support experience (Tier I and/or Tier II). First-hand experience with supporting the monitoring and configuration of Firewall/DMZ infrastructure including Network and Application Firewall Packet Filtering technologies (StoneGate, Palo Alto, FortiGate, Azure Firewall, Cloudflare, Cisco Email Security Appliances (ESA), A10 proxy devices). CLI experience preferred. Experienced in utilizing network monitoring tools such as Nagios and NeuralStar. Basic Microsoft Windows Server 2016 implementation and troubleshooting from a security/firewall perspective. Experienced with TCP/IP network implementation and troubleshooting. Required Clearance US Citizenship. An Interim Secret clearance is required to start work and requires eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Powered by JazzHR ZpLPHj5F0L
