State Cyber Defense Specialist – NGFW & Zero Trust

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance

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Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist for the OA-ITSD in Jefferson City. You will configure routers and Next-Gen firewalls, troubleshoot complex network issues, and implement security best practices across the state's network.

Ideal candidates have a CIS-related degree and experience with Cisco firewalls and NGFWs. This role emphasizes zero trust, micro-segmentation, and collaboration within a security-focused team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree related to Computer Information Systems.
• Experience configuring and managing routers and Next-Gen firewalls.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 security framework.
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple projects.
• Background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage routers and Next Gen firewalls.
• Understand and implement various routing protocols.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
• Apply best security practices and technologies.
• Collaborate with a team and handle multiple projects.
• Leverage cloud technologies and zero trust concepts.

Skills

Configuring routers

Next-Gen firewalls

Cisco firewalls

Routing protocols

Troubleshooting networks

Security technologies

Cloud technologies

Zero trust architecture

Micro-segmentation

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Computer Information Systems

Tools

Cisco devices

NGFW appliances

Load balancers

Network management tools

Job description

The State of Missouri is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist for the OA-ITSD in Jefferson City. You will configure routers and Next-Gen firewalls, troubleshoot complex network issues, and implement security best practices across the state's network.

Ideal candidates have a CIS-related degree and experience with Cisco firewalls and NGFWs. This role emphasizes zero trust, micro-segmentation, and collaboration within a security-focused team.