Network Security Administrator

Network Security Administrator

Duration: July 6, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Location: Denver, CO 80203 (Remote with onsite requirements)

Interview Type: In-Person Only

Required Skills

• Palo Alto Firewalls: Hands-on experience with next-generation firewall technologies, including security zones, security policies, site-to-site VPNs, NAT configuration, and basic threat prevention.
• Cisco ASA Firewalls: Strong knowledge of configuration, troubleshooting, policy management, and rule administration.
• Networking Fundamentals: Solid understanding of routing protocols, subnetting, TCP/IP, OSI model, and general network architecture principles.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Administrator to provide specialized network and cybersecurity administration support for state agencies. This role is responsible for maintaining secure, compliant, and modern network infrastructures while addressing operational challenges, managing hardware lifecycle initiatives, and executing critical security-related requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and fulfill daily operational requests, including Firewall Service Requests (FSRs), incident resolution, break-fix activities, and formal change management tasks.
• Support infrastructure modernization efforts by coordinating the replacement and decommissioning of End-of-Life (EOL) network and security hardware.
• Implement and maintain security controls, configurations, and best practices to ensure compliance with IRS, FBI, and Criminal Justice Information (CJI) security requirements.
• Configure, administer, monitor, and troubleshoot Cisco ASA and Palo Alto firewall environments.
• Assist with network security operations, policy enforcement, and ongoing infrastructure optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams and agency stakeholders to support secure and reliable network services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within government, public sector, or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of security compliance frameworks and audit requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.