Network Security Engineer

Job Summary:

Opportunity is part of the evolving Network & Network Security group, focused on setting industry benchmarks in managing and guarding against risks in a corporate network environment. The role involves designing and implementing robust network architectures to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

Network & Network Security:

• Ensure smooth operation of all network and security components including routers, firewalls, switches, wireless networks, and virtual networks.

Network Performance and Optimization:

• Monitor network performance and resolve bottlenecks and latency issues.
• Optimize network infrastructure for efficiency and reliability.

Collaboration:

• Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and align network solutions with cybersecurity objectives.
• Partner with IT leadership to create network strategies supporting company goals.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, diagrams, and security measures.
• Provide clear technical documentation for network architecture and security protocols.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements, audits, and standards.
• Perform periodic internal reviews and audits.

Emerging Technologies:

• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in cybersecurity, focusing on network and network security.
• Evaluate new technologies to enhance network performance and security posture.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in network operations.
• Expertise in network security protocols, practices, and tools.
• Good knowledge of Palo Alto ecosystem (FW, Prisma Access, Panorama, GlobalProtect) is highly desirable.
• Expertise in routing protocols (IGRP, BGP, etc.).
• Experience with public cloud networking technologies (GCP networking, VPC, subnet, routing, load balancer, Interconnect, flow logs) is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Meraki and campus switching networks.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
• Professional certifications (CCNP, Palo Alto, cloud network engineer) are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to new technologies and trends.