Senior Network Boundary Engineer
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 125K+
- Lead and manage the team responsible for network boundary security operations, including firewall administration, intrusion detection/prevention, and secure remote access solutions
- Design and implement perimeter security architectures that meet organizational needs and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, PCI-DSS, HIPAA)
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to network boundary threats and vulnerabilities in real-time
- Maintain and configure security appliances such as firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA), web proxies, VPN concentrators, and email security gateways
- Develop and enforce network segmentation and access control policies to reduce risk
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., IT, Cybersecurity, Risk Management) and external vendors to ensure seamless security integration and incident response
- Perform regular audits and assessments of boundary defense mechanisms and suggest improvements
- Create and maintain documentation for boundary security configurations, procedures, and incident response plans
- Train and mentor junior staff on best practices in network perimeter defense and cybersecurity operations
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Education/Training:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field required
- One or more of the following Certifications:
- CISSP
- CISM
- CCNP Security
- Palo Alto PCNSE
- Fortinet NSE
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in network security, at least 2 of which were in a leadership or supervisory role
- Demonstrable expertise in firewall technologies, network protocols, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems
- Experience with SIEM tools, network traffic analysis, and packet inspection required
- Knowledge of security frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST 800-53, CIS Controls, Zero Trust) required
- Experience working in enterprise or government IT environments
- Familiarity with automation/scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for network and security operations
Security:
- Must be a US citizen
- Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance
Physical Requirements:
- Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
- Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
- Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
- Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
Salary: $125,000 - 160,000
Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.
Tags: Audits Automation CCNP CISM CISSP Clearance Compliance Computer Science DoD Firewalls HIPAA Incident response Intrusion detection Intrusion prevention Network security NIST NIST 800-53 PowerShell Python Risk management Scripting SIEM VPN Vulnerabilities Zero Trust
Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Competitive pay Health care Insurance
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