Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security solutions across diverse IT environments. This role requires a deep understanding of computer networking, information security principles, and advanced cybersecurity tools to protect organizational assets from evolving threats. The Senior Network Security Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our network infrastructure and data.
Duties
Design and develop secure network architectures utilizing industry best practices such as ISO 27002 and ISO 27001 standards.
Implement and manage security controls including firewalls (Cisco ASA, Juniper), VPNs, IDS/IPS systems, SIEM platforms (Splunk), and encryption protocols to safeguard network traffic.
Conduct vulnerability research, threat analysis, and risk assessments to identify potential security gaps within network infrastructure.
Monitor network performance and security using tools like SolarWinds, SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor, and network monitoring solutions.
Manage and support complex network environments including LAN, WAN, MPLS, SD-WAN, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure), and virtualization platforms (VMware).
Oversee incident response activities related to cybersecurity breaches or anomalies with a focus on rapid containment and remediation.
Maintain high availability systems through load balancing (F5, Cisco ACE), disaster recovery planning, and system redundancy strategies.
Administer identity \& access management systems such as Active Directory, LDAP, Cisco ISE for secure user authentication and authorization.
Automate security operations using scripting languages like Python, Bash, PowerShell; implement DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines with tools like Ansible, Terraform.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud architecture design including IaaS/PaaS solutions in AWS or Azure environments.
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as PCI DSS, COBIT frameworks, and regulatory requirements pertinent to the organization’s operations.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or related field; advanced certifications preferred (CISSP, CCNP Security).
Extensive experience in computer networking concepts including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), TCP/IP stack management, DHCP/DNS configuration.
Proven expertise in network security technologies such as firewalls (Cisco ASA), VPNs (IPsec), SSL/TLS encryption protocols.
Strong knowledge of operating systems including Windows Server, Linux distributions (CentOS, Ubuntu), UNIX/macOS systems for system administration and security hardening.
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms like Splunk or ArcSight for security analysis and incident detection.
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform) along with cloud architecture best practices for security implementation.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Shell Scripting for automation tasks; experience with DevOps tools like Ansible or Terraform is advantageous.
Ability to perform vulnerability research using tools like Fiddler or Nessus; conduct forensic analysis using computer forensics techniques.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex network issues quickly and effectively respond to incidents.
Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly across teams; ability to document procedures thoroughly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $143,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person