Network Security Administrator III (Boundary)

Abacus Technology • Montgomery, AL

1d • Onsite

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 focused on protecting AFNet resources and supporting DoD boundary protection operations.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in network administration and support.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Security+ certification.
• One of the following certifications: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), Palo Alto Next Generation Firewall, Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Associate (PCCSA), or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Professional.
• 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 relates to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS).
• Solid 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 Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).
• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be subject to a U.S. government security investigation.

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, data loss, and other requirements.
• Perform DCO and DODIN operations.

What This Job Offers

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