Network Security Architect - Herndon, Virginia ( Only GC or Citizens )

Info-Ways; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Network Security Architect based in Virginia. This role involves analyzing security needs, maintaining security systems, and collaborating with various teams to enhance network security. The ideal candidate should have 10-12 years of relevant experience, expertise in network security tools, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to work on a range of security technologies in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-12 years directly related work experience in network security administration or engineering.
• Expertise in intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, and encryption technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of network security needs and contribute to design and integration of security systems.
• Maintain and administer perimeter security systems including firewalls.
• Develop security posture for user administration and firewall configuration.

Skills

Network Security Expertise

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Cisco ASA

Juniper Firewalls

Windows 2008

Linux

Job description

Overview

Role: Network Security Architect
Location: Herndon, Virginia
Duration: 6+ Months
Contract: IT

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis of network security needs and contributes to design, integration, and installation of hardware and software.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and corrects network problems remotely and on-site.
• Maintains and administers perimeter security systems such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Modifies and maintains network security policy.
• Installs and maintains Cisco routers and Cisco switches.
• Hands on experience on Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASR series routers, Cisco Fabric switches.
• Implements and administers IP load balancing with Citrix NetScaler, F5 load balancers and Big/IP, hardware SSL accelerators, and other software/hardware as necessary.
• Designs and implements remote connectivity solutions including IPsec VPN, PPTP, and SSLVPN.
• Designs, configures, and implements Citrix Presentation Server solutions.
• Troubleshoots Windows 2012/2008/2003 permission and other related issues.
• Builds and integrates new application servers including file and print, database, web, mail, and servers to support call center applications.
• Monitors security system logs (intrusion detection system, firewall system logs, etc.) and reports on discovered anomalies or problems on a weekly basis.
• Meets with Business and Engineering teams to develop understanding of network and security requirements and designs changes to the network solution across Public and Private cloud including VPC & VLAN configuration, ports to be opened, ACLs, firewall rule changes.
• Tests new computer/router/switch hardware and software solutions prior to implementation.
• Administers and configures Windows 2008, Windows 2003, and Unix-based systems, as needed.
• Uses sniffers and other tools to troubleshoot and isolate network problems.
• Assists with network security assessments for potential business partners.
• Keeps abreast of trends and changing technologies related to IT, Network Engineering, and Information Security; engages in continuous process improvement.
• Performs other related duties as may be required.
• Minimum of 10-12 years directly related work experience in network, security administration/engineering.

Qualifications

• Prior hands-on professional experience with Windows 2008, Windows 2003, Windows XP, Juniper Firewalls, and Checkpoint Firewalls. Cisco ASA and/or Linux experience would be a plus.
• Working knowledge of operating systems including Windows 2008, Windows 2003, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and UNIX.
• Expertise in network security, Juniper firewalls, Checkpoint firewalls, intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, encryption technologies, and networking protocols including SMTP, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, and SNMP.
• Strong analytical, reasoning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of personnel internally and externally (leadership, executives, clients, vendors, agencies).
• Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment and meet stringent deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and follow-through, including the ability to document work.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.

Additional Information

• Develop security posture with respect to user administration, privileged identity management, intrusion detection, firewall configuration, DDOS, WAF, and other security components; update on new vulnerabilities; assess risks and engage with third parties and OEMs as needed; develop concrete plans.
• Review monthly Vulnerability Scans and address vulnerabilities with infrastructure and application teams.
• Support ISO27002 security audit and updates to security policy, security training program, and vendor security requirements as required.
• Manage antivirus policies on servers and endpoints; update server and antivirus clients.
• Plan, research, and design robust security architectures for IT projects.
• Manage Network Firewalls, Web Application Firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Develop requirements for LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, firewalls, and related network devices.
• Review and approve installation of firewall, VPN, routers, IDS and servers.
• Test final security structures to ensure they behave as expected.
• Provide technical supervision for and guidance to a security team.
• Define, implement and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Oversee security awareness programs and educational efforts.

Please respond with your word resume and requested details:

• Full Name
• Work Authorization
• Contact Number
• Email ID
• Skype ID
• Current location
• Willing to relocate
• Rate/hr

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.