Network Security Administrator II (Boundary)

Abacus Technology • Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

Abacus Technology is seeking a Network Security Administrator to provide boundary protection support for the Air Force Intranet Control (AFINC) III Support program at Maxwell AFB/Gunter Annex. This is a full-time position.

The role protects AFNet resources from internal and external threats in accordance with DoD security standards. It involves operating and maintaining boundary protection systems, performing complex security analytics, and supporting DCO and DODIN operations.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in network administration and support.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Security+ certification.
• Hold one of the following certifications: Palo Alto Network Security Professional, Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA).
• Experience with enterprise DoD boundary protection and CSSP operations.
• Extensive experience with enterprise-level network architectures and configurations.
• Ability to assess infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions.
• Experience with network monitoring and management using an automated solution.
• Extensive experience with security as it pertains to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS).
• Strong customer service and communication skills, including the ability and willingness to communicate effectively and appropriately in an empathetic and understanding manner.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a current Secret clearance. Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewall Engineer certification and/or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, patch, harden, maintain, and operate intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, load balancers, and web proxies in accordance with DoD security standards.
• Perform complex analytics on boundary protection systems to protect system assets from compromise and data loss and to meet other requirements.
• Perform DCO and DODIN operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED