Network Security Engineer

Jobsbridge; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Chelmsford is seeking a skilled professional to manage firewalls, VPNs, and DNS configurations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in network security and a BA/BS degree. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, analyzing, upgrading systems, and communicating solutions to non-technical personnel. Applicants with relevant certifications will have a competitive advantage. This role offers opportunities to learn and develop in the tech space.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years’ experience with firewall, VPN and DNS configuration.
• Strong understanding of network and endpoint security.
• Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, CISSP certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, analyze, upgrade, and configure as needed.
• Communicate technical solutions to non-technical personnel.
• Develop operations, processes, and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Network Security

Communication

Project Planning

Learning New Technologies

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

CheckPoint firewall

Cisco

Juniper

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool

Job description

Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, upgrade and configure as needed:

• CheckPoint firewall
• SSL VPN
• Analyze and evaluate new technologies
• Develop operations, processes and procedures
• Communicate technical solutions to non-technical personnel
• Eagerly learn new technologies

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience with firewall, VPN and DNS configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting
• BA/BS degree and more than 5 years of direct experience
• Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, CISSP certifications are a plus
• Strong understanding of network and endpoint security
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement projects
• Experience with a leading Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool is a plus