Sr. Network Security Engineer

Global Channel Management, Inc; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Sr. Network Security Engineer in Baltimore, MD. This role requires 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto firewalls and a strong understanding of various network technologies. Responsibilities include administering network security platforms and engaging in architecture design discussions. Ideal candidates will hold industry-recognized certifications and possess excellent communication skills as they collaborate across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting a hybrid network with multiple vendor technologies.
• Ability to analyze change requirements and execute implementation with minimal negative impact.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Network Security platforms such as Firewalls and Web Secure Gateways.
• Participate in risk assessments addressing any findings as necessary.
• Maintain written documentation for new and existing processes and procedures.

Skills

Palo Alto firewalls

Network Segmentation Techniques

Secure Web Gateways

Next-Generation Firewalls

Hybrid Cloud Environments (AWS, Azure)

Wireless Security

DHCP, DNS and IPAM

VPN

Education

Industry recognized Network Security Certification

Tools

Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IPS/IDS)

Security Incident Event Managers (SIEM)

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Tunnel Layer Security (TLS)

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Job description

About the job Sr. Network Security Engineer

Sr. Network Security Engineer needs 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls

Sr. Network Security Engineer requires:

• Must have extensive experience troubleshooting a hybrid network with multiple vendor technologies
• Work locations Evansville IN or Baltimore, MD
• Experience with the design and management of a PCI/DSS compliant network Working knowledge to identify all network segments subject to PCI/DSS requirements
• Ability to thoroughly analyze change requirements and execute implementation with minimal negative impact 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto firewalls
• Extensive technical knowledge in at least 3 of the following areas: Network Segmentation Techniques, Secure Web Gateways, Next-Generation Firewalls, Network Admission Control Systems, Hybrid Cloud Environments (AWS, Azure), Wireless Security, or DHCP, DNS and IPAM (DDI), Virtual Private Network (VPN)
• Strong understanding of network technologies, including, but not limited to: Routing and Switching Protocols, IPsec and GRE tunnels, RADIUS, TACACS+, VRFs
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity controls and technologies, such as Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IPS/IDS), Security Incident Event Managers (SIEM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Tunnel Layer Security (TLS), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and Threat Intelligence platforms
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to prioritize multiple simultaneous projects
• Desired Skills

Industry recognized Network Security Certification preferred

• Document well-analyzed implementation and reversion plans for all changes
• Administer and maintain Network Security platforms, such as, but not limited to:
  Firewalls
  Web Secure Gateways
  Network Admission Control
  DNS, DHCP, and IPAM
• Proactively engage with peers and key stakeholders across the organization to complete objectives
• Engage in Network or Security Architecture design discussions to meet the needs and requirements of the business
• Respond in a timely manner to business correspondence
  Regularly engage and complete service request tickets through the IT Service Manager platform
• Maintain written documentation for new and existing processes and procedures
• Participate in risk assessments and address any findings, as necessary
• Implement and manage solutions in adherence to the SOP for Network Security
• Ensure inclusion of security standards and align with relevant reference documents from both internal and reference organizations, (e.g., PCI/DSS, NIST, ISO, and CIS)
• Stay abreast of changes in network security protocols and monitoring practices to maintain effective visibility and functionality
• Perform changes in approved maintenance windows during nights and weekends, as necessary
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule