Network Security Engineer

Role: Network Security Engineer

Location: Macclesfield, UK (Hybrid)

Job Type: Long term contract (Inside IR35)

JOB ROLE

TheLead consultant-Network Securitywill design and implement end to end network infrastructure automation capabilities that are aligned to the strategic goals of the business and IT.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct regular security assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, to identify and remediate potential security risks.
• Design and implement secure network architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption technologies.
• Adhere to enterprise governance & review processes to deliver project goals & deliverables.
• Follow enterprise ITSM & CMDB processes
• Monitor and analyse security alerts using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies and network access control (NAC) solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest security threats, industry trends, and best practices to proactively enhance the organization's network security posture.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards and assist in audit processes as needed.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience in network security, with a strong understanding of network security fundamentals, encryption technologies, and secure network design principles.
• Zscaler Private Access & Internet Access
• Proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls. Cisco, Palo Alto etc,.
• Experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems, as well as with SIEM tools and security incident response.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

CERTIFICATIONS: (any of below)

• Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert in Security
• Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator
• Zscaler Zero Trust Certified Associate
• Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate or Professional
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
• Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
• Certified Network Security Professional (e.g., CISSP, CompTIA Security+