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Job Summary

The Network Security Senior Analyst will oversee and help safeguard the enterprise on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. This role ensures secure remote connectivity, optimizes security controls, and supports cloud-based security platforms. The candidate will bring a strategic mindset to risk mitigation, policy refinement, and user-centric enablement. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are required. The ideal candidate will drive automation & process improvements to address emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze firewall configurations, audit for overprovisioned access, stale objects, or other deficiencies.
Develop and oversee action plans for refinements in firewall configurations to align with vendor or general security best practices, improving effectiveness to counter evolving threat landscapes.
Govern remote connectivity solutions (e.g., VPN, SASE), ensuring secure ingress and compliance with access control policies.
Oversee the configuration and lifecycle of network appliances to ensure alignment with architectural standards, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
Provide operational support ensuring secure Internet access and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) platforms.
Collaborate with SOC teams to investigate anomalies, respond to incidents, and contribute to continuous improvement of detection capabilities.
Maintain detailed records of security configurations, changes, and recommendations.
Work closely with infrastructure, application, and compliance teams to ensure security standards are maintained and embedded across all layers of the technology stack.
Conduct continuous assessments and verify appropriate controls are maintained across on-premises and cloud environments.
Detect, report, and provide oversight over end-of-life hardware and software.
Continually improve network security programs, including policies, procedures, and tools for continuous monitoring and remediation capabilities.
Create and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reports on trends, remediation progress, and program effectiveness for senior leadership.
Drive automation initiatives for scanning, reporting, and compliance checks to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices, recommending enhancements to security controls and tools.

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNA/CCNP, PCNSA/PCNSE, AZ-500/AZ-305 are highly desirable.
- All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Experience:
- 5+ years in network security operations, with hands-on experience in firewall management, remote access technologies, and cloud security platforms.
- Proven track record of implementing and tuning security controls in enterprise environments.

Skills
- Deep understanding of network protocols, firewall architectures, and secure remote access technologies.
- Understanding of public cloud network architecture and security controls.
- A firm understanding of the cybersecurity threats in today's world.
- Familiarity with cloud security models and tools (e.g., CASB, SWG, ZTNA).
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to translate technical findings into business-relevant recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Analytical skills for risk assessment, data enrichment, and trend analysis.
- Curiosity to dig for root causes and find creative solutions to complex problems.
- Experience with scripting and automation languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for process optimization and integration.
- Familiarity with threat intelligence, incident response, and security operations in fast-paced environments.

Minimum Qualifications

Certifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Competencies

Salary Plan

ITS: Information Technology Service

Job Grade

016

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Network Security Sr Analyst