Description

You will manage firewall infrastructure, enforce compliance standards, and maintain network security for state agencies.

This role is remote.

Responsibilities

• Review and execute Firewall Service Requests (FSRs), break-fix tickets, and formal change requests.
• Decommission and refresh End-of-Life (EOL) hardware on a recurring basis to modernize infrastructure.
• Implement security controls and configurations to ensure alignment with IRS, FBI, and CJI compliance standards.
• Configure and manage Cisco ASA and Palo Alto firewalls, including zones, policies, and VPNs.
• Participate in a weekly on-call rotation and support after-hours maintenance windows or emergency responses.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in network security administration.
• Proficiency in Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls (Zones, security policies, S2S VPN, NAT, threat prevention).
• Experience with Cisco ASA firewalls (configuration, troubleshooting, rule management).
• Foundational knowledge of general networking, including routing protocols, subnetting, and the OSI model.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Ability to pass criminal, financial, and drug background checks.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree