Network Security-Firewall-Network Security AdministrationNetwork Engineering Advisor

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We are currently seeking a Network Security-Firewall-Network Security AdministrationNetwork Engineering Advisor to join our team in Bangalore, Karnataka (IN-KA), India (IN).

SUMMARY:                                                       

The IT Network Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, ongoing support, maintenance and deployment of corporate network infrastructure. This position tests, documents, and deploys network hardware and operating system patches, and may work with Developments teams in design of application network architecture. This position participates in the continuous monitoring of the network health and provides technical 3rd level support and training to Support staff and end-users. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Those duties necessary to meet the minimum requirements of the position. Other duties may be assigned:

• Ongoing management and monitoring of the network infrastructure.
• Planning, testing and deployment of network technologies such as servers, switches, routers, etc.
• Third level support for all technical issues.
• Project planning and implementation.
• Assists with maintaining network security
• Design, implementation and Maintenance of Firewalls, DNS, Gateways, On-prem VLANS/Azure VNets.
• Coordinate and manage ISP circuits with various vendors
• Managing network changes within the corporate Change Management system
• Assists with network topology documentation based on ongoing changes due to various projects and Change Requests.
• Maintain all network assets to ensure compliance with corporate standards and specifications, including installation of security patching and firmware updates.
• Assists with projects from other divisions that impact network traffic and/or security.
• Remain current on corporate standards and SOPs. Identify and communicate with SMEs and stakeholders impacted by changes when applicable.
• Perform LAN and Network configuration protocols to include wireless communications system and while maintaining security.
• Manage Palo Firewalls, Meraki Firewalls, Aruba Switches, Cisco Switches, Velocloud, Microtik
• Manage Solardwinds, Palo Global Connect Client VPN, Meraki Client VPN, Akamai DDOS, Citrix NetScaler
• Manage Azure vNets, Azure Load Balancers, Azure VPN, Resource Groups, Network Security Groups
• Manage AWS Load Balancers, Security Groups, VPNs, Routing Groups
• Create and Manage Firewall Policy Rules
• Create and Manage Network Diagrams and Documentations
• Research on New Products and Solutions to address Business needs
• Perform Firewalls, Switches and Citrix NetScaler Firmware Upgrades
• Position is standard daylight hours yet will require random flexibility to address scheduled network changes and incident response. Position will participate in the Infrastructure On-Call schedule.

AZURE and AWS GOVERNMENT ENVIRONMENTS:

• Manage Palo Firewalls, Virtual Networks, Security Groups, Resource Groups
• Manage Load Balancers, Routing Groups, NAT Gateways, Network Transit Hubs, Network Interface
• Perform Firewalls Firmware Upgrades
• Create and Manage Firewalls Rules
• Create and Manage Network Diagrams and Documentations
• Position is standard daylight hours yet will require random flexibility to address scheduled network changes and incident response. Position will participate in the Infrastructure On-Call schedule.

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required in order to be hired. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Formal Education, Licenses, and Certifications Required:

• BS/BA Degree or equivalent experience plus at least five years of relevant experience
• Energetic, driven personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines.
• Strong verbal communication skills required. Candidate must be able to clearly communicate with customers at all levels within the organization to understand needs and issues as well as explain resolutions.
• Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion.
• Routing and Switching experience 
• Working on medium to large infrastructure environments

 Type and Length of Specific Experience Required:

• 3 years experience with Cisco Meraki, Cisco networking products, and Palo Alto firewalls
• 1 year experience working with networking in a cloud environment. Microsoft Azure is preferred.
• Working exposure with Fortinet, Velocloud, VMWare
• Experience with Solarwinds in general (install, config and usage for monitoring), and the Network Performance Monitor and NetFlow Traffic Analyzer add-ons.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Advanced network and systems deployment, management and troubleshooting experience required
• Experience with various VPN types

 OTHER RELATED ATTRIBUTES THAT WOULD ENHANCE HIRING CONSIDERATION:

These are other criteria that may enhance the hiring decision but would not rule out the candidate for consideration if not present.

• Must have above average written communication skills. Candidates must be able to create effective written communication and documentation.
• Advanced project management experience and use of project management
• CCNA & CCNP