Network Security Consulting Engineer (Contract)

Sword Group; Perth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business technology provider is seeking a Contract Network Security Consulting Engineer to design and maintain complex security solutions, particularly using Palo Alto technology. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network security, strong skills with Cisco technologies, and the ability to troubleshoot complex networks. This is a technical role requiring a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Expert skills in Palo Alto firewall and Panorama are essential.
• 5+ years of experience in network security roles required.
• Knowledge of IPSec VPN configuration also needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network security solutions for clients.
• Maintain and troubleshoot network security systems.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and practices.

Skills

Expert Palo Alto firewall and Panorama skills

Strong Critical National Infrastructure or OT experience

Extensive experience in a similar consulting role

CCNP, Routing, Switching & Security

Strong understanding of network security principles

Experience of troubleshooting complex enterprise networks

Knowledge of Wide Area Networking technologies

Experience with Cisco ISR and ASR Routers

Experience with Cisco FirePOWER IPS

Experience with Azure and AWS cloud environments

Tools

Cisco ASA Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks Firewalls

Cisco Data Centre Switching

Cisco Hyperflex and UCSx

Job description

Overview

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals.

Responsibilities

As a Contract Network Security Consulting Engineer, you'll be a key part of a dedicated team, providing expert-level Network and Security specialism to our CNI client. You\'ll be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex network security solutions, with a particular emphasis on the Palo Alto Networks stack. This is a highly technical role that requires a proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Requirements

Here are the key skills and experience relevant to this role:

• Expert Palo Alto firewall and Panorama skills and experience
• Strong Critical National Infrastructure or OT experience
• Extensive experience in a similar role or field based / consulting role
• CCNP, Routing, Switching & Security with Data Centre experience in Nexus
• Strong understanding of network security principles and associated technologies
• Experience of troubleshooting complex enterprise networks and associated technologies
• Knowledge of Wide Area Networking technologies and associated routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP is essential to this role
• Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following technologies and platforms is essential.
• Cisco ISR and ASR Routers (2900/4000/1000ASR)
• Cisco Hyperflex and UCSx
• Cisco ASA Firewalls
• Cisco Switching (3850/3650/2960X/4500X) and associated technologies such as VTP, STP, VSS
• Cisco Data Centre Switching (Nexus 5K/7K/9K) and associated technology such as VPC and VDC
• IPSec VPN Configuration and Administration
• Cisco FirePOWER IPS
• Cisco FirePOWER Threat Defence
• Cisco SD-WAN - Cisco DNAC and Prime
• Cisco Wireless - WLC\'s (C9800 series)
• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• Azure and AWS cloud environments
• You will be required to pass the Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Security Clearance

Experience of administering and troubleshooting the following is desirable.

• Cisco Meraki Wireless, Security and Switching technologies.
• Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• Cisco ACI - Application Centric Infrastructure HP and Aruba Platforms
• Cisco DevNet API, SDK

Benefits

Benefits: #LI-AB4