Network Security Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Level 3 Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the networking environment, focusing on network security. The ideal candidate will be accountable for implementing firewall change requests, configuring firewall devices, proxies, and IDS, as well as troubleshooting security issues and ensuring robust connectivity. This role requires close collaboration with carriers and vendors to facilitate installations and enhance overall network security.Key Responsibilities: * Implement firewall change requests and manage any related Layer 2/Layer 3 router changes.Create and install Checkpoint objects for initial firewall policy configurations.Build, configure, and manage firewall devices including Checkpoint, Juniper, and Cisco.Build and configure proxies and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS). * Provide advanced troubleshooting in security environments, including fault escalation and resolution of connectivity issues.Liaise with carriers and vendors to coordinate installations, upgrades, and support.Document deployment processes, security protocols, and change management activities.Utilize network monitoring and management tools to ensure optimal performance and security compliance.Required Skills & Experience:Ten plus (10+) years of experience in the networking environment, with a strong emphasis on network security.Two to five (2-5) years of experience with Linux/UNIX operating systems.Certified Security Engineer (e.g., CCSE or comparable certification).Certified Technical Engineer (e.g., Cisco CCNP or comparable certification).Comprehensive understanding of loop prevention protocols, including Spanning Tree Protocols.Proficient in troubleshooting routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and RIP, including Network Address Translation (NAT).In-depth knowledge of IOS and Catos operating systems, with hands-on troubleshooting experience.Strong understanding of trunking protocols (VTP, 802.1Q, etc.) and various firewall deployment architectures.Familiarity with the ITIL framework and service management principles.Proven ability to follow and document deployment processes eAectively.Extensive experience with change request management systems.Strong experience with network monitoring, management, and analysis tools.Excellent analytical skills for evaluating and resolving complex security issues.Strong communication skills, fluent in local language and English (written/verbal).Ability to work eAectively as part of a virtual global team within a matrix organization.

• Ten plus (10+) years of experience in the networking environment, with a strong emphasis on network security.
• Two to five (2-5) years of experience with Linux/UNIX operating systems.
• Certified Security Engineer (e.g., CCSE or comparable certification).
• Certified Technical Engineer (e.g., Cisco CCNP or comparable certification).
• Comprehensive understanding of loop prevention protocols, including Spanning Tree Protocols.
• Proficient in troubleshooting routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, and RIP, including Network Address Translation (NAT).
• In-depth knowledge of IOS and Catos operating systems, with hands-on troubleshooting experience.
• Strong understanding of trunking protocols (VTP, 802.1Q, etc.) and various firewall deployment architectures.
• Familiarity with the ITIL framework and service management principles.
• Proven ability to follow and document deployment processes eAectively.
• Extensive experience with change request management systems.
• Strong experience with network monitoring, management, and analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical skills for evaluating and resolving complex security issues.
• Strong communication skills, fluent in local language and English (written/verbal).
• Ability to work eAectively as part of a virtual global team within a matrix organization.