Network Security EngineerHouston, TX

Career Guidant Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Houston is looking for a Technology Consultant with significant experience in technology consulting and enterprise architecture. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in managing networks and security for large enterprises, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for client satisfaction. Relevant certifications like CCNA and CCNP preferred, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. This role involves critical incident management and regular client engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 9 years of experience in technology consulting and enterprise architecture.
• In-depth design knowledge of network and security in large scale environments.
• Experience on Cisco technologies, firewall, and Data Center Networks.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Major/critical Incidents and drive resolutions.
• Participate in incidents management meetings and communicate status to customers.
• Manage relationships with clients and handle presentations.

Skills

Technology consulting

Enterprise architecture

Cisco network devices

Network design

Security management

Communication skills

Incident management

Project management

Analytical skills

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent

Tools

Cisco security devices

Juniper network devices

Job description

Career Guidant, an internationally acclimed, trusted multi-faced orgiansation into Information Technology Custom Learning Services for Enterprises, Lateral Staffing Solutions, Information Technology Development & Consulting, Infrastructure & Facility Management Services and Technical Content development as core competencies. Our experienced professionals bring a wealth of industry knowledge to each client and operate in a manner that produces superior quality and outstanding results.

Career Guidant proven and tested methodologies ensures client satisfaction being the primary objective. Committed to our core values of Client Satisfaction, Professionalism, Teamwork, Respect, and Integrity.

Career Guidant with its large network of delivery centres,support offices and Partners across India, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Far East, Europe, USA has committed to render the best service to the client closely to ensure their operation continues to run smoothly. Our Mission

"To build Customer satisfaction, and strive to provide complete Information Technology solution you need to stay ahead of your competition" If you have any queries about our services.

Job Description

Preferred

• At least 9 years of experience in technology consulting, enterprise architecture
• Should have knowledge on various Juniper and Cisco Network Devices.
• In-depth design knowledge of network( LAN / WAN ) and security (Firewall, IPS, IDS, VPN / Remote / Mobility VPN devices on Cisco and Juniper ) in large scale environments.
• Experience on Cisco technologies, firewall and Data Center Networks
• Technical knowledge and experience in management of large enterprise customers network involving Data & Security environments.
• Should have good understanding of IPv4 Address planning and implementations.
• Experience and exposure with various native monitoring tools and third party monitoring tools
• At Least 7 Years of experience working with Cisco and Juniper Security Devices.
• Should have excellent communication skills, Presentation skills, Stakeholder management skills.
• He/she should require to own end to end Major/critical Incidents and drive it’s resolution over call/bridge along with SME, Vendors and customer to quickly restore the service.
• Should be able to participate in incidents management meeting, handle the crisp customer communication over email/call, should be able to update status to customer leadership team.
• Exceptional communications capabilities, giving presentations, and speaking publicly. Must be approachable, a team player with a strong desire to continue learning and expanding their experience in a highly evolving technology focused environment. Possess strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with project management
• Experience and desire to work in a management consulting environment that requires regular travel
• Ability to Connect and manage client

Desired Certifications

• CCNA, CCNP – Security
• CCNA - Routing
• ITIL Processes

Qualifications

Basic

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At least 11 years of experience in IT Network Security