Network Security and Operations Specialist

Our Story

At Alight, we believe a companyu2019s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and True to our name we encourage colleagues to u201CBe Alight.u201D

Our Values

Champion People u2013 be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

Grow with purpose u2013 be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

Be Alight u2013 act with integrity, be real and empower others.

Itu2019s why weu2019re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, absence management and navigation.

With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

Learn more at careers.alight.com.

About the Role

The Network Security Analyst develops and delivers solutions that protect enterprise systems, applications.

Responsibilities

u00B7Monitor network and server infrastructure using NMS tools (SNMP, ThousandEyes, Kentik)

u00B7Perform initial alert triage, validation, and escalation per runbooks

u00B7Monitor network devices, firewalls, IDS, and virtualization platforms

u00B7Track health of WAN, SD WAN (Silver Peak), and cloud connectivity

u00B7Firewall rule implementation

u00B7Participate in periodic SOC and client driven security audits

u00B7Perform device onboarding and basic configuration validation

u00B7Assist with IP Address Management (IPAM) updates

u00B7Execute standard changes and maintenance activities under supervision

u00B7Validate config backups and document completion

u00B7Update CMDB records accurately and consistently

u00B7Perform basic CLI troubleshooting on network and firewall devices

u00B7Assist with routing/switching issues in Juniper and Aruba environments

u00B7Review logs and assist with log interpretation

u00B7Support packet capture requests with senior team guidance

u00B7Participate in cloud security strategy, readiness, and discovery assessments be familiar with cloud security frameworks, compliance requirements and security operations

u00B7Deliver on project deliverables and services that meet Program requirements

u00B7Ability to take initiative to communicate, interact, and collaborate with others to ensure that all aspects of a task are addressed.

u00B7Respond to incident escalation and own Problem management resolution (includes on-call)

u00B7Assist in Change and Incident management

u00B7Monitor, analyze and remediate vulnerabilities and findings

u00B7Manage and adhere to security compliance policies

u00B7Work with technical and business units across the organization as an operational reference point, offering advice, support and guidance on network issues.

Requirements

u00B7Bachelor's Degree or minimum 3-5 years equivalent Work Experience

u00B7Knowledge of SNMP, NetFlow, telemetry concepts

u00B7Basic understanding of routing and switching concepts

u00B7Familiarity with Juniper or Aruba switching (academic or hands on)

u00B7Understanding of firewalls and network security fundamentals

u00B7Exposure to cloud basics (AWS/Azure/GCP concepts)

u00B7Strong written and verbal communication skills

u00B7Willingness to work rotational shifts

u00B7Basic troubleshooting of Linux and/or Windows Server operating system.

u00B7Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment

u00B7Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

u00B7Desire to work in an information systems environment

u00B7Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills

u00B7Initiative and problem-solving skills to support project level work with moderate oversight/guidance

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because itu2019s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alightu2019s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [Confidential Information].

Diversity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.