Senior Network Security Engineer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in firewall technologies including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco FTD, and Juniper, along with expertise in Cisco ISE and ClearPass NAC solutions. Proficiency in management platforms such as Panorama and FortiManager is essential. This role requires a strong foundation in networking and security principles, and the ability to design, implement, and manage complex network security infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise-level network security solutions.
• Configure and maintain firewalls including Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco FTD, and Juniper devices.
• Implement and manage Network Access Control (NAC) solutions using Cisco ISE and Aruba ClearPass.
• Utilize Panorama and Forti Manager for centralized management of firewalls.
• Proficient in configuring, managing, and securing web proxies and email security gateways to protect against malware, phishing, and data loss.
• Design, deploy, and manage Infoblox DDI solutions.
• Maintain and optimize DNS, DHCP, and IPAM service
• Perform regular audits, upgrades, and patch management of Infoblox appliances
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis.
• Develop and maintain network security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and respond to security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure network design and implementation.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other IT staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with firewall technologies: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco FTD, and Juniper.
• Expertise in Network Access Control solutions: Cisco ISE and Aruba ClearPass.
• Experience with management platforms: Panorama and Forti Manager.
• Experience with proxy solutions and email security technologies is required
• Strong understanding of DNS, DHCP, and IPAM protocols and services.
• Experience with Infoblox Grid architecture and management.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs).
• In-depth knowledge of security concepts including threat analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management.

Certifications

• - Cisco: CCNP/CCIE Security or Enterprise
• - Juniper: JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE
• - Palo Alto: PCNSA/PCNSE
• - Fortinet: NSE 4/5/6/7
• - Aruba: ACMP/ACSP

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.