IPS/Proxy Senior Security Engineer

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™


ASRC Federal NetCentric Technology is seeking a highly skilled and innovative IPS/Proxy Security Engineer to join our team in support of our federal government clients. The successful candidate MUST possess an active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. This role will focus on deploying, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Palo Alto - intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and proxy solution to protect enterprise network assets. This role involves gathering critical asset details, monitoring network activity, analyzing threats, configuring security policies, and performing event analysis to mitigate risks. The engineer will ensure continuous protection against cyber threats by implementing proactive security measures, tuning detection systems, and automating responses to potential security violations. This position is onsite; a local IPS/Proxy Security Engineer in the Seaside, California area is required.


Responsibilities:

System Integration & Configuration– Gather asset details, connect devices to the IDS/IPS management center, and configure access control policies to regulate network traffic and detection settings.

Threat Analysis & Response– Monitor network activity for malicious behavior, analyze threat exposure, customize correlation policies, and implement automated responses to security violations.

Performance Optimization– Tune decoders, preprocessors, and rules to minimize false positives, optimize system effectiveness, and enhance security event analysis.

Reporting & Compliance– Generate weekly reports detailing deployment status, security alerts, incidents, analysis results, and remediation actions taken.

Access Control & Traffic Management– Configure and enforce policies to regulate network traffic passing through the proxy.

Threat Monitoring & Prevention– Identify and mitigate suspicious or malicious activity attempting to bypass proxy protections.

System Maintenance & Support– Manage device configurations, monitor system health, and coordinate vendor support when needed.


Required Skills:

In depth knowledge of Palo Alto security features, specifically around threat prevention, URL filtering, User-ID and Wildfire.


Implementing and deep understanding of security policies, security profiles, NAT, DoS protection and Break & Inspect.

In depth knowledge of Palo Alto products, including Panorama, Log Collectors and next-gen firewalls 3k-5k series.

Working knowledge of routing protocols, such as OSPF and BGP.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.

Preferred Qualification:

Palo Alto Certification: Next-Gen firewall engineer specialist (New) or Network Security Engineer (PCNSE - Legacy)


Required Qualifications:

Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field.

Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or greater, including at least one of the following certifications in good standing: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, CASP+CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, or CCSP.

7+ years of general knowledge in network security technologies with years an emphasis on intrusion detection and next-gen firewalls

This position is onsite; a local IPS/Proxy Security Engineer in the Seaside, California area is required


We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. T

This position is offering a pay range of $155,000 – $164,383 depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits offered may include healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.


Why ASRC?

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation, we are inspired by the Iñupiat culture. We embrace stewardship and the idea of using every resource effectively; teamwork when striving to achieve goals and building a collaborative environment; integrity in adhering to high moral principles and professional standards; respect in welcoming and regarding the differing opinions, experiences, rights and traditions of others; accountability in that we meet our commitments and take responsibility for our results; and continuous improvement, always striving to make things better, raising the bar and staying humble.


Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal:


Purpose-Driven Careers: Join a company recognized as a:

Certified Great Place to Work

Military Times’ Best for Vets Employer

Military.com’sTop 25 Veteran Employer


Comprehensive Benefits:

Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability

Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually

Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future

Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family


Learning and Development:

After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for:

Pursuing Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degrees

Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications

Participating in professional certificate programs

Covering registration fees for professional conferences


Centers of Excellence: We established the Centers of Excellence to build, leverage and grow our technological capabilities, best practices and offer professional development for our technical teams.  They contain Communities of Practice which are forums that offer a platform to share ideas, best practices, innovations, and to collaborate with technical peers.


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We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.