Network Security Administrator III (Boundary)

Abacus Technology Corporation; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

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 requires 7+ years in network administration, Security+ certification, and a current TS/SCI clearance. Experience with DoD boundary protection and CSSP operations is essential, with strong communication skills for customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of network administration experience.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Security+ certification required.
• Must hold one of: PCNSE, NGFW, PCCSA, or PNCP.
• US citizen with TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, configure, and maintain boundary protection systems (IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies) per DoD standards.
• Analyze boundary protection data to prevent data loss and compromise.
• Perform DCO and DODIN operations.

Skills

Network administration

Security+ certification

TS/SCI clearance

US Citizen

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Palo Alto firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

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 Maxwell AFB/Gunter Annex. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform complex analytics on boundary protection systems to protect system assets from compromise, data loss, and other requirements.
• Perform DCO and DODIN operations.

Qualifications

7+ years experience in network administration and support. HS diploma or GED. Must be Security+ certified. Must hold 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. Able 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). Solid customer service and communication skills are critical as well as the ability and willingness to communicate effectively and appropriately in an empathetic and understanding manner. Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

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

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