True Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that said outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built, a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top tier services to our customers. In 2023, True Zero was recognized as a “Best Places to Work” in two categories ("Prosperous and Thriving" ($5MM – $50MM in gross revenue) and "Mid-Atlantic Region" (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)) and in 2022, was recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 5000 Fastest Growing Companies.
Job Responsibilities:
Maintain security policies and rules adhering to best practices, organizational requirements, and risk management frameworks.
Managing/Document/Monitoring of network activity
Work closely with peers and other IT professionals to ensure a cohesive security posture
Focusing and adhering to the the policies and procedures that promote best practices and ensure a secure network
Rule implementation
Experience with ServiceNow
Experience with Splunk
Understanding of the effective implementation requirements along with careful planning that includes a comprehensive needs analysis, a detailed project plan, and a thorough understanding of the organization's security policies
Ensure the policy aligns with relevant cybersecurity and privacy requirements.
Maintain detailed records of firewall setups, changes, exceptions, and testing results.
Flow Troubleshooting
Conduct regular system upgrades, patches, enhancements, and performance monitoring to ensure the security and efficiency of firewall operations.
Collaborate with the IT security team to devise and execute a comprehensive network security strategy.
Document all configurations, modifications, and security policies related to the firewall infrastructure.
Offer technical support and guidance to team members and other staff on network security concerns and firewall functionalities.
Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, technologies, and automation practices to continually enhance firewall security and operational efficiency.
Deploy, configure, and manage firewalls including Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint to safeguard critical infrastructure and data.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
2-3 years of hands-on experience in firewall administration, specifically with Palo Alto, CISCO ASA, and Checkpoint products.
Thorough understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, DHCP, VPN) and firewall technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex security systems.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively in a team environment and with cross-functional teams.
Proficient in documenting processes and procedures clearly and accurately.
Preferred:
Certification in Palo Alto (e.g., PCNSE), CISCO, Checkpoint, and/or CISSP.
Qualified candidates in the Topeka KS area
Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (Python, Bash) for efficient firewall management, rule provisioning, and log analysis automation.
Experience in implementing and managing advanced firewall features such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and application layer filtering.
We’re actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference. As a True Zero team member, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary, paid twice per month
- Best in class medical coverage
- 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
- Company wide new business incentive programs
- Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
- 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
- 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
- Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
- Paternity/Maternity Leave
- Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills