The Opportunity

We are searching for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join our team remotely. You will play a critical role in safeguarding our network infrastructure, ensuring its stability and security.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure network configurations for routers, firewalls, switches, and wireless controllers (WLCs).
• Perform regular firmware upgrades for network devices (routers, firewalls, switches, and WLCs).
• Troubleshoot and resolve network security incidents efficiently.
• Design and propose technical solutions to customer needs while prioritizing security best practices.
• Lead and provide technical support to an L1 network security engineer team.
• Manage and monitor network security using tools like SolarWinds.
• Collaborate effectively with customer network teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Develop reports and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Maintain and update existing network security documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in network and security administration.
• CCNA or CCNP certification (or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of network monitoring tools, including SolarWinds.
• In-depth expertise in Cisco network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless).
• Mandatory Skills:
  • Proven experience with Meraki firewalls, switches, and wireless solutions.
  • Proficiency in Palo Alto firewalls with GCP Cloud integration.
• Network Technologies:
  • Routing protocols (BGP, EIGRP, RIP, Static)
  • Switching protocols (VTP, STP, RSTP)
  • VPN technologies (Remote Access, Site-to-Site, DMVPN)
• Cloud Technologies:
  • Experience with GCP Cloud (mandatory)
• Additional Skills (Preferred):
  • Scripting experience with Python
  • Experience in implementing, administering, and troubleshooting network infrastructure devices
  • Proven experience in incident management, service request management, and problem-solving
  • Experience with ticketing systems
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts (IP addressing, TCP/IP, UDP)
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes