Senior Network Security Engineer

Synechron

Montreal

Hybrid

CAD 100,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

15 days paid annual leave

Additional 10 days personal leave

Comprehensive insurance plan

RRSP with employer contribution

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer in Montreal to manage firewall operations, enhance network security protocols, and provide escalation support. Ideal candidates should have 7+ years in network security, superb knowledge of Palo Alto technologies, and experience with AWS and Azure. The role offers a flexible hybrid working policy and comprehensive insurance benefits.

Qualifications

7 years experience in network security administration or engineering.
Experience with Palo Alto firewalls both physical and virtual.
Strong knowledge of encryption technologies and networking protocols.

Responsibilities

Support operational procedures and manage firewall requests.
Analyze and upgrade network security; integrating new technologies.
Design remote access solutions like IPSec and SSL VPNs.

Skills

Network security

Palo Alto firewalls

Python

APIs

SDN technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

Splunk

Cisco ACI

Job description

This range is provided by Synechron. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$105,000.00/yr

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Overview

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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

This position will support the implementation and administration of network security hardware and software, enforcing network security policy. This will include troubleshooting incidents, collaborating with the Security Operations Center, providing escalation support for Level 2 Operations, and providing problem resolution. Support of Firewalls in AWS/Azure cloud and in physical datacenters, Remote Access, and the advancement of security capabilities and concepts are the main focus areas

The Role: Senior Network Security Engineer

Responsibilities

Support the refinement of operational procedures.
Adhere to information security policies.
Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
Analyze and upgrade network security; integrate new security technologies.
Manage daily operational tasks, including firewall requests and incident responses.
Design and implement remote access solutions like IPSec and SSL VPNs.
Offer security advice and contribute to infrastructure decisions, ensuring compliance with security standards.
Knowledgeable in firewall management (e.g., Palo Alto), network routing/switching, and advanced layer 7 firewall features.
Regularly evaluate security measures and advocate for progressive global security initiatives.

Requirements

You are

7 years experience in directly related work experience in network security administration\ engineering\ architecture.
Development experience working with APIs to automate essential firewall tasks using languages such as Python to improve efficiency of day-to-day tasks
Strong knowledge of network security, Palo Alto firewalls, intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, encryption technologies, and networking protocols including SMTP, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, and SNMP.
Significant experience building, implementing, and administering Palo Alto firewalls both physical and virtual
Prior experience implementing complex network security concepts and technologies using (but not limited to):
Palo Alto Networks Security Certifications (PCNSA/PCNSE)
Remote Access VPN solutions (e.g. Prisma Access)
SDN technology – Cisco ACI, Silver Peak
Guardicore Security Certifications (GCSA/GCSE)
AWS / Azure Cloud Certifications
Splunk
Experience building and supporting various Palo Alto solutions such as Global Protect, Wildfire, Expedition, etc.
Experience and deep knowledge of Palo Alto NextGen features and concepts such as UserID, AppID, ContentID, and HIPs.

We can offer you

A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days)
A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability
Flexible hybrid policy to fit your schedule
RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Synclusive’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

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