Network Security Engineer

Prudent Technologies and Consulting, Inc.

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11 months ago

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Required Experience

Min 5+ years of experience working in a security team.
Extensive experience with network security design, firewall management, and intrusion detection.
Deep experience in deploying application-based firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet or similar) on premise or in cloud-based services (Prisma, Zscaler or similar) and SSL inspection techniques.
Proficiency in multiple security technologies, including network security, NGFW, NAC, network segmentation, and network security architecture.
Solid knowledge and working experience with Layer 2-7 protocols and technologies
Strong knowledge and troubleshooting experience with routing, security protocols, ACLs, Firewalls, WAF, and Intrusion Prevention Systems
Experience with open-source network scanning tools
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to build consensus and to present complex presentations
Basic knowledge with one or more scripting languages
Certifications—PCNSA or similar, CISSP or similar, SANS GCIH or similar

Responsibilities:

Implement and support security solutions that meet corporate security requirements.
Configure and troubleshoot network firewalls to ensure optimal network security.
Work closely with Security team partners/Business Relationship Managers, Field IT leadership and managed service suppliers to ensure successful identification and timely delivery of network security services to the business.
Drive and develop automation opportunities for the management of security infrastructure
Manage and maintain our firewall systems to ensure optimal performance and security.
Analyze and proactively come up with creative solutions for operational needs that present security challenges.
Manage and maintain security systems by applying system patches and other periodic maintenance tasks.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures and guides for new and/or existing security solution implementations.
Regularly communicate progress to company leadership and program stakeholders
Attend weekly teleconferences, meetings, and participates in working groups, as related to constant changing security environment.
Zero Trust Network Policy (Micro Firewall & Network Security rule design and administration across multiple platforms

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