Security Firewall Engineer - Information Technology

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• Ensures network operates efficiently with minimum downtime.
• Troubleshoots network security incidents.
• Configures and supports network and firewall infrastructure.
• Develops requirements for firewall rule implementation including source and destination Ips, Ports, Transport Protocol.
• Responsible for enterprise network security design standards.
• Identifies root cause of incidents and providing appropriate recommendations.
• On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to respond to network related problems and outages.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science related field. (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.
• 3 years hands-on experience in IPS, IDS, VPNs, Firewall Technologies, IDS, TCP & UDP, SIEMs, Network, Security Endpoints, DNS, and DHCP.
• Understanding of the County’s Logical and Physical Topologies, Understanding of Network Protocols.
• Knowledge of the Cisco Firepower Firewall and excellent routing & switching expertise.
• The ability to perform analysis using security tools.
• Investigative mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• An understanding of the different types of information security threats and attack patterns.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding in threat and network traffic analysis mythologies, including packet-level analysis.
• Knowledge of networking principles such as WAN connection.
• Excellent hands-on expertise and understanding of installing, configuring, integrating, and maintaining network security.
• Knowledge of firewall management tools.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Network planning and design experience as well as great communication skills. The ability to develop and deliver comprehensive data-driven reports to team and key stakeholders.
• Capable of utilizing tools to diagnose and resolve network issues.
• Has the ability to Multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ability to Conduct network Pen Test, and vulnerability assessments.
• CCNP, CISSP, Security+, ITIL, CCSE, CCNA preferred.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $36.49 - $45.62 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

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All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.


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