Security Consultant

Security ConsultantLocation: Dallas TXMode: Contract (6+ Months) - OnsiteTechnical Skill Set:Must have hands on experience with Cisco ASA, FXOS, Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama.Full understanding of Palo Alto Firewall concepts like Security Zones, Security policy ordering, Searching and Sorting Audit logs, Address Sets, negated addresses, User Roles and tables, route-based policies, address-books, Application traffic control etc.Must have hand on Cisco Client for VPN authentication, AAA, policy creation.Understanding and experience with routing protocolsHandson Skill on handling Security Incidents and plan mitigation.Good understanding of Symantec DLPShould have good understanding and extensive hands-on experience on various security technologies including Firewalls, VPN's, IDS/IPS, end point security solutions (AV, HIPS, Hard Disk Encryption), strong Authentication products (RSA SecurID), Content Security Gateways (Cisco IronPort Web/Mail Security Gateways), Cisco Client, TACACS/AAA solutions. Hands on experience in more than one technology is preferredUnderstanding of F5 load balancers.Should have good presentation skills - shall be able to participate the review meetings and be able put across the points of concernShould have Capability to conduct risk analysis, impact analysis, dependencies on customer/internal teams,Knowledge and experience of working with ITIL (Information Technical Infrastructure Library) ProcessesNon-Technical Responsibilities:Coordinate with other team members for availability of capable resourceEnsure quality work - review and validate the technical configuration changesCoordinate with COE (Centers Of Excellence) resources for resolution of technical issues/problems before escalation to OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers)Technical Responsibilities:Configuration of Cisco and Palo Alto FirewallsArticulate or highlight risks/dependenciesParticipation in an on-call support rotation requiredFirewall Auditing and review access control lists and updating firewalls as neededInteracting with various teams in managing the log management solution.Adhering to high-quality standards and best practices, high performance, and scalable, repeatable processes and deliverables in accordance with applicable regulationsAnalyze, troubleshoot, and investigate network security-related incident based on security platform reporting, network traffic, log files, host-based and automated security alertsEvaluate systems using vulnerability scanners and manual techniques to verify system security settings and configurationsDiverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.