Network Security Administrator

Abacus Technology; Town of Texas, San Antonio (WI, TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Network Security Administrator to enhance the security posture of critical systems. This full-time role involves implementing and managing advanced security measures to protect vital network resources from potential threats. Candidates should have extensive experience in network administration, particularly with intrusion detection systems and firewalls. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Join a dedicated team committed to safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring robust network security in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in network administration and support.
• Must be Security+ and PCNSA certified.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain intrusion detection/prevention systems and firewalls.
• Perform complex analytics on boundary protection systems.

Skills

Network Administration

Intrusion Detection Systems

Firewall Management

Palo Alto Networks Certification

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

Network Security Administrator

Job Locations: US-TX-San Antonio

Job ID: 2025-8037

Overview

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

Responsibilities

1. Install, monitor, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, patch, harden, maintain, and operate intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, load balancers, and web proxies to protect AFNet resources from both internal and external threats according to DoD security standards.
2. Perform complex analytics on boundary protection systems to protect system assets from compromise, data loss, and other requirements.
3. Perform DCO and DODIN operations.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years experience in network administration and support. HS diploma or GED required. Must be Security+ and Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) certified. Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification desired. 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 automated solutions. Extensive experience with security related to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS). Strong customer service and communication skills are essential, with the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically. Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

Applicants will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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