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Network Security Engineer

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2 months ago
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Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting.


Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions.


How do they use it?

Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages. Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds. The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions. Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine.


We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!


Our teams of technical experts specialize in harnessing live sporting data, using advanced cloud technologies, Java, JavaScript and Python. It is these tech teams that enable us to extract patterns through AI and Machine Learning and deliver our insights via APIs. In short, they turn complex data into magical experiences with cutting-edge technology. 


Responsibilities:


- Work closely with technical management to determine business process, productivity needs and an appropriate technology strategy to support business goals.


- Analyse technical needs and requirements from the business to provide technical expertise.


- Constant review of existing state of the network’s infrastructure and propose new designs/solution for business continuity. Integrate those solutions after being approved by the business.


- Aid with the resolution of incidents and problems including on-call rota.


- Hands-on implementations as on-site as remotely.


- Participate in selection of networking technologies and products for implementation


Desired Qualifications:


Strong understanding of TCP/IP


Strong foundation and hands-on experience on routing (OSPF, BGP, VRF, HSRP, PBR,, switching (STP, VPC, DHCP,. Ideally Cisco Nexus.


Knowledge of Multicast (PIM, .


Strong foundation and hands-on experience on VPN (IPSec, IKE) technologies.


Strong understanding and hands-on experience on firewall vendors, ideally Check Point and Fortinet.


Knowledge about Load Balancing, ideally F5 vendor.


Familiar with any other Security Solutions . IPS, Web Proxies, EDR


Strong troubleshooting skills. Be able to work in high-pressure, fast-paced and multi-tech environments.


Experience designing network and security solutions. Familiar with HLD (High Level Design) and LLD (Low Level Design) workflows. Documentation.


Familiar with Network Monitoring Systems (NMS).


Besides the above, candidate would need:


Good communication skills.


Willingness to learn new technologies.


Willingness to travel abroad if the business requires it (sporadically)


Availability for on-call


Self-managing and self-directing


Team player


Experience in ITIL methodology


It will be a plus if the candidate also has:


Experience with Cloud solutions design (Azure, AWS, Oracle OCI).


Experience in automation . Ansible, Terraform


Programming and scripting, . bash, python


Experience with NAC solutions, . Aruba ClearPass


Why work at Stats Perform?


We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more!


We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution. 


We take care of our colleagues


We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, ‘No Meeting Fridays,’ and flexible working schedules.


We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all.


We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups. 


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform


By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values. 


With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.

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