Network Security Engineer

Job Description:
Remediate IT infrastructure security needs and resolve network vulnerabilities
Monitor computer networks for security issues; Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
Install, configure and support routers and switches in the enterprise environment
Manage enterprise and departmental firewalls.
Prevent data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect the network
Plan and implement security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain high security standards Develop infrastructure best practices for IT security Work with Info Sec Team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities Install security software and educate colleagues about infrastructure security Develop infrastructure best practices for IT security
Perform risk assessments and testing of data and processing systems Stay current on information technology trends and security standards Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management.

Education and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited college or university
At least five (5) years of work experience in routing/switching and security
Requires experience managing Cisco ASA and Palo Alto enterprise firewalls
Requires experience installing, configuring and troubleshooting routers and switches
Highly prefer 5-7 years of work experience
Requires experience with firewall operations and review of existing firewall rules for compliance, efficiency and accuracy
Requires experience with security standards for IT infrastructure

Skills Requirements

DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Requires a thorough understanding of routing and switching technologies such as EIGRP, BGP, VLANS, Trunking, etc.
Requires a thorough understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, and IDPS.
Requires a thorough understanding if Cisco ASA and Palo Alto firewalls.
Requires thorough understanding of internet technologies and network protocols
Requires ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them.
Requires excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills.
Requires excellent logic and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to adhere to deadlines and work independently to meet goals.
Cisco CCNP and/or Palo Alto NGFE preferred
Previous experience in government is preferred.