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We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.\nProvide support for management of boundary protection devices as required for specific platforms and enterprise applications. Administer the functions and capabilities of the boundary protection devices and provide as applicable, but not limited to, wing level infrastructures, application configurations, traffic management, permissions management, and data structure management.\nResponsibilities\nInspect the router/switch, firewall, and proxy audit logs IAW AF and DoD standards for suspected security intrusions or violations, and report any suspected intrusions to the NOS immediately\nConfigure, install, and manage routers/switches, firewalls, and proxies within the ANG enterprise\nWork with Wire Shark or other related packet analyzers\nConfigure, install, and troubleshoot Tactical Local Area Network Encryption (TACLANE) devices on the ANG SIPRNet and will configure, install, and manage network switches within their AOR.\nAdminister and monitor the Virtual Private Network (VPN), creating tunnels and certifications for all personnel needing access, install new devices ensuring compliance with DoD and AF policies, and assist in the development and review technical solutions involving the VPN.\nConfigure, install, and manage network switches within their AOR.\nProvide technical expertise to manage, install and administer the ANG Enterprise Network Voice, Video and Voice over IP solutions.\nProvide enterprise level architectural design and modification recommendations to enhance, migrate, and secure the ANG Wide Area Network.\nUnderstanding of Air Force and ANG network systems and processes.\nTravel Requirement: 0-5%\nQualifications\nEducation/Certifications:\nMinimum of 3 years work related professional IT experience commensurate with tasks outlined in this service area (preferred).\nCurrent Security+ CE or CISSP\nCurrent Network+ or CCNA Certification\nCurrent Palo Alto Networks Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE) Administrator or Blue Coat Proxy SG certification\nEXPERIENCE:\nExperience configuring and troubleshooting Palo-Alto firewall appliances or similar firewall platforms (preferred).\nExperience with Switch configuration and troubleshooting (preferred).\nExperience with Log Analysis tools (preferred).\nExperience with Bluecoat web proxy or similar web proxy application (preferred).\nKnowledge of IT governance and operations.\nKnowledge Routing and Networking Protocols.\nSKILLS:\nUnderstanding of NIPRNET and SIPRNET enclaves, functions, and standards (preferred).\nKnowledge of computer system and network infrastructure operations (preferred).\nUnderstanding and application of Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) (preferred).\nAbility to determine how IT systems should function and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes (preferred).\nKnowledge and experience installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications (preferred).\nAbility to analyze workflow, establish priorities, and comply with standards to meet, operational deadlines (preferred).\nAbility to monitor systems and understand status updates.\nAbility to work in and enter tickets in Remedy ticketing systems.\nAbility to deal with customers that may not be network savvy.\nAbility to take direction and operate without direct supervision to complete tasks.\nAbility to review and troubleshoot network diagrams and customer requirements.\nStart a project and follow it through to completion with minimal guidance.\nCreate and complete detailed documentation and be able to explain what was completed and how.\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:\nSecret clearane is required\nWhat We Bring\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.\nThe successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.\nPlease speak with a recruiter for additional information.\n Employee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\nThe following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company. USD $80,000.00 - $100,000.00\n\nPay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.\nAt V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.\n#LI-JL1\n#clearance\nInspect the router/switch, firewall, and proxy audit logs IAW AF and DoD standards for suspected security intrusions or violations, and report any suspected intrusions to the NOS immediately\nConfigure, install, and manage routers/switches, firewalls, and proxies within the ANG enterprise\nWork with Wire Shark or other related packet analyzers\nConfigure, install, and troubleshoot Tactical Local Area Network Encryption (TACLANE) devices on the ANG SIPRNet and will configure, install, and manage network switches within their AOR.\nAdminister and monitor the Virtual Private Network (VPN), creating tunnels and certifications for all personnel needing access, install new devices ensuring compliance with DoD and AF policies, and assist in the development and review technical solutions involving the VPN.\nConfigure, install, and manage network switches within their AOR.\nProvide technical expertise to manage, install and administer the ANG Enterprise Network Voice, Video and Voice over IP solutions.\nProvide enterprise level architectural design and modification recommendations to enhance, migrate, and secure the ANG Wide Area Network.\nUnderstanding of Air Force and ANG network systems and processes.\nTravel Requirement: 0-5%\nEducation/Certifications:\nMinimum of 3 years work related professional IT experience commensurate with tasks outlined in this service area (preferred).\nCurrent Security+ CE or CISSP\nCurrent Network+ or CCNA Certification\nCurrent Palo Alto Networks Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE) Administrator or Blue Coat Proxy SG certification\nEXPERIENCE:\nExperience configuring and troubleshooting Palo-Alto firewall appliances or similar firewall platforms (preferred).\nExperience with Switch configuration and troubleshooting (preferred).\nExperience with Log Analysis tools (preferred).\nExperience with Bluecoat web proxy or similar web proxy application (preferred).\nKnowledge of IT governance and operations.\nKnowledge Routing and Networking Protocols.\nSKILLS:\nUnderstanding of NIPRNET and SIPRNET enclaves, functions, and standards (preferred).\nKnowledge of computer system and network infrastructure operations (preferred).\nUnderstanding and application of Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) (preferred).\nAbility to determine how IT systems should function and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes (preferred).\nKnowledge and experience installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications (preferred).\nAbility to analyze workflow, establish priorities, and comply with standards to meet, operational deadlines (preferred).\nAbility to monitor systems and understand status updates.\nAbility to work in and enter tickets in Remedy ticketing systems.\nAbility to deal with customers that may not be network savvy.\nAbility to take direction and operate without direct supervision to complete tasks.\nAbility to review and troubleshoot network diagrams and customer requirements.\nStart a project and follow it through to completion with minimal guidance.\nCreate and complete detailed documentation and be able to explain what was completed and how.\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:\nSecret clearane is required\nWhat We Bring\nAt V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.\nThe successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.\nPlease speak with a recruiter for additional information.\n Employee benefits include the following:Healthcare coverage\nLife insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits\nRetirement plan\nWellness programs\nPaid time off, including holidays\nLearning and Development resources\nEmployee assistance resources\nThe following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company. 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