Manager, Global Cloud and Security Engineer

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated professional for operational support in cloud solutions. The role involves leading diverse engineering teams, ensuring high availability and performance of applications, and implementing improvements in network services. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Azure Networking and firewall technologies, along with a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant IT work experience, with at least 3 years in complex network environments.
• 3+ years experience implementing and supporting firewall solutions.

Responsibilities

• Providing support for Azure Networking and Palo Alto Technologies.
• Accountable for ensuring adherence to guidelines by tier 2 support teams.
• Responsible for technical expertise in assigned projects.

Skills

Azure Networking

Palo Alto Technologies

SD-WAN

Network Micro segmentation

Terraform

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

PCNSE

CCNP Security

CCSE

FNSE

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Cloud Operations provides support / expertise in One Platform to member firms and global functions and for globally managed services. Support at Tier 2 & 3 is available as well as enhanced support options for departments that need them.

Operational Support areas are grouped in three Chapters:

• Cloud Enterprise: Azure services, Core Infrastructure and Security.
• Digital Workplace: Identity Management, M365, Messaging, Chat, Voice and Collaboration.
• Secure Connectivity: Azure Networking, Palo Alto Technologies, SD-WAN, Squid & ISAM Proxies, Infoblox, Network Micro segmentation and Terraform.

The role is focused on operational and related technical support for the designated product(s) and/or cloud solutions/services and the accompanying deployment and adoption process. The role represents the team and acts as lead in operational issues across countries / globally in the own area of expertise. The role is also responsible for monitoring, maintaining and continuously improving the operational steady-state of the underlying services

The role creates and implements solutions in products and/or platforms. Leads migrations of KPMG and KPMG customer applications from private hosted infrastructure to cloud or hybrid solutions. The role will lead several and diverse engineer team(s) in mostly global projects ensuring delivery of applications and/or service components with highest levels of availability, performance, and security. #LI-Hybrid

What you will do

• Providing support of the services operated by the Secure Connectivity Chapter (Azure Networking, Palo Alto Technologies, SD-WAN, Squid & ISAM Proxies, Infoblox, Network Micro segmentation and Terraform) including regular on-call support at the weekends during the normal working hours for the region using a follow-the-sun handover process between regions
• Identify & implement continual improvements to the services operated by the Secure Connectivity Chapter (Azure Networking, Palo Alto Technologies, SD-WAN, Squid & ISAM Proxies, Infoblox, Network Micro segmentation and Terraform)
• Accountable for ensuring adherence to guidelines and best practices by colleagues in the tier 2 support teams, improving operational stability as a result.
• Responsible for technical expertise in any projects they are assigned to, with a particular focus on ensuring any product delivered by a project is reliable and supportable by the Chapter.
• Accountable for assessing our vendors / suppliers continually for their suitability in providing services pertaining to the Chapter’s responsibilities.

#LI-Hybrid

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in computer science, engineering or a related discipline

• 5 years of relevant IT work experience, with at least 3 years’ experience working in complex network environments

• 3+ years experience implementing and supporting firewall solutions within medium to large, complex organizations. (Azure Networking, Palo Alto Technologies, SD-WAN, Squid & ISAM Proxies, Infoblox, Network Micro segmentation and Terraform)

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with Azure Networking (Application Gateway, WAF, Private Link, NAT Gateway, etc)

• Strong understanding of Palo Alto Networks security technologies including Wildfire, AV/Threat Prevention, URL filtering, User-ID and Panorama.

• Firewall and network management qualifications such as PCNSE, CCNP Security, CCSE, or FNSE (or equivalent skill level).
• Flexibility to work varying hours as required by the business

#LI-Hybrid

Keys to your success:

KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.