Web Application Firewall (WAF) Operations and Monitoring

The contract provides operational support for Web Application Firewall capabilities integrated within Palo Alto firewalls to secure Department of Defense applications at the application layer. This includes continuous monitoring, configuration management, threat mitigation, and performance optimization of WAF systems to ensure robust defense against evolving cyber threats targeting web-based services used by DoD entities. The work is focused on maintaining high availability, compliance, and responsiveness of security controls in a mission-critical environment. Performance will be executed from Santa Clara, California, with the work falling under NAICS code 541519 for other computer related services. This is classified as a subcontract and is part of a broader effort by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service under the Department of Defense to strengthen application-layer security across its digital infrastructure. The contract is posted with a June 30, 2026, date and requires specialized expertise in Palo Alto firewall technologies, WAF rule tuning, attack pattern analysis, and integration with DoD security standards.