About DLS Engineering
DLS is an engineering firm with 30 years of Federal Government contracting experience. Our small business efficiencies coupled with a commitment to excellence allow us to provide reliable solutions with integrity for our nation's most critical defense and national security priorities.
Position overview:
DLS Engineering is seeking a Network Security III (Boundary) professional for a full-time position in support of the Air Force Intranet Control (AFINC) program at Gunter Annex in Montgomery, Alabama. This is an on-site position.
As part of AFINC, the mission of the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26 NOS) is to provide mission assurance to the warfighter through the operation, management, and defense of the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN). In the execution of its mission, the 26 NOS maintains network infrastructure, to include routers, switches, proxies, firewalls, servers, workstations, printers, Storage Area Networks (SAN) and test labs, to provide maneuverability and defense of both classified and unclassified networks.
A day in the life:
- Install, monitor, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, patch, harden, maintain, and operate intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls, load balancers, and web proxies to protect AFNet resources from both internal and external threats according to Department of Defense security standards
- Perform complex analytics on boundary protection systems to protect system assets from compromise, data loss, and other requirements.
- Perform Defense Cyberspace Operations (DCO) and DODIN operations.
When I read the below it sounds like me:
- 7+ years of experience with Enterprise DOD boundary protection and CSSP operations.
- IAT-II Certification (required)
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) OR Palo Alto: Next-Generation Firewall Engineer (required)
- Active Secret Clearance (required)
Other information:
- We offer a competitive salary and a 401k program with company match.
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
- We offer a generous paid time off package
- If accommodation is needed with the application and / or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151.
- DLS is an E-Verify company.
- DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact Barbara Ellison. You also have the right to file a charge of discrimination with the equal employment opportunity commission.
- Must be able pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of experience with enterprise Department of Defense boundary protection and CSSP operations
- IAT-II certification
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) or Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewall Engineer certification
- Active Secret clearance
- Ability to pass a government background check
What We Do
DLS Engineering is a woman-owned engineering and professional-services contractor supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and intelligence community. It provides acquisition and program management, intelligence and security operations, cybersecurity and IT/network operations, lifecycle logistics, and C5ISR systems engineering and sustainment. The company emphasizes cleared expertise, mission continuity, risk reduction, and reliable support for complex national-security and infrastructure programs.
