Network Security Administrator in Aurora, CO

Network Security Administrator Job Description

Network security administrators are responsible for installing, administering and troubleshooting an organization’s security solutions. The role requires a strong technical background, including working knowledge of network management protocols, networking architecture, authentication practices and security administration. Candidates integrate and implement network designs by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching network security standards, and identifying integration issues. Excellent communication skills and experience with virtual network environments, datacenter and WAN networking technologies, and network security technologies from other providers is preferred. Employers typically seek a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, along with three to six years of relevant experience.

Typical network security administrator duties:

Implementing network security policies and procedures

Administering and maintaining firewalls

Managing, monitoring and updating malware prevention systems

Monitoring security advisory groups to ensure all necessary network security updates, patches and preventive measures are in place

Preventing and detecting intrusion

Performing intrusion detection analysis

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Cisco Technologies

Firewall Technologies

VPN Technologies

Network Security

Palo Alto Firewall

Router Switches

Troubleshoot

Firewall Technologies

Configuration Management

Security

Salary for Network Security Administrator in Aurora, CO

122960 - 174580

25th percentile

122960

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

146450

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

174580

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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