Overview
Network Security Administrator Jobs in Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area at Optomi
Title: Network Security Administrator
Company: Optomi
Location: Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area
Optomi, in partnership with a IT Consulting Organization, is seeking an experience Network Security Administrator.
About the Position / Current Initiatives: The Network Security Administrator is responsible for protecting the organization’s network infrastructure through proactive monitoring, configuration, and management of next-generation firewalls and related security technologies. This role focuses heavily on NGFW Next-Generation Firewalls, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across enterprise environments.
What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:
- Configure, manage, and maintain Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW).
- Perform regular firewall rule reviews and optimizations.
- Monitor network security alerts and investigate incidents.
- Support secure network connectivity across various environments.
- Maintain accurate documentation and assist with compliance activities.
Job Must Haves:
- 3–7 years of experience in network security operations or firewall engineering
- Hands-on experience with Next-Generation Firewall NGFW and site-to-site/remote access VPNs
- Strong understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, BGP/OSPF, NAT)
- Experience with log analysis, packet captures, and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark)
- Knowledge of threat prevention technologies (IDS/IPS, URL filtering, DNS security, malware analysis)
Job Nice to Haves:
- Relevant certifications such as NGFW brand specific certifications, CCNP Security, CCNA Security (Cisco), Security+, CySA+, CEH, or GSEC
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
- Familiarity with cloud security for Azure, AWS, or GCP
- Scripting experience (Ansible, Python, PowerShell, or similar) for automation
