Remote Network Security Admin: Firewalls & Compliance

Mercor; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of CO (CO IT) is seeking a Network Security Administrator to provide specialized network and cyber security administration support. The role focuses on firewall management, security configurations, and compliance for state agencies.

Responsibilities include processing firewall service requests, decommissioning hardware, and maintaining secure, modern network infrastructures with on-call participation and after-hours readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining firewall infrastructure and implementing security controls.
• Strong foundation in networking concepts and protocols.
• Ability to work in a security-focused environment with compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and execute Firewall Service Requests (FSRs) and change requests.
• Facilitate decommissioning and refresh of End-of-Life hardware.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and configurations for agencies.
• Configure and manage Cisco ASA and Palo Alto firewalls.

Skills

Firewall administration

General networking

Incident response

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cisco ASA Firewalls

Job description

State of CO (CO IT) is seeking a Network Security Administrator to provide specialized network and cyber security administration support. The role focuses on firewall management, security configurations, and compliance for state agencies.

Responsibilities include processing firewall service requests, decommissioning hardware, and maintaining secure, modern network infrastructures with on-call participation and after-hours readiness.