Network Security Engineer

ROLE PURPOSE

The L2 Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing implementing and maintaining

network security solutions to protect the organization & data and systems. You will work closely with

other IT teams to ensure the security and integrity of the network infrastructure.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

o Design and implement Cisco-based network security architectures including firewalls intrusion

prevention systems VPNs and access control lists (ACLs).

o Configure and manage Cisco security products such as PaloAlto FortiGate Cisco Firepower

Cisco ASA Cisco Umbrella and Cisco ISE.

o Coordinate with vendors for product support updates and upgrades.

o Develop and implement network security policies standards and procedures.

o Configure monitor and maintain firewalls to control network access and protect against

unauthorized intrusion.

o Implement and manage intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to identify and

mitigate security threats.

o Configure and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) to enable secure remote access.

o Investigate and respond to security incidents including data breaches and unauthorized access.

o Handle escalated security incidents from L1 support and manage incident response processes.

o Perform in-depth analysis of security breaches and vulnerabilities.

o Coordinate with relevant teams for incident containment eradication and recovery.

o Manage configure and troubleshoot security appliances like firewalls VPNs intrusion

prevention systems (IPS) and web proxies.

o Apply firewall policies and rules to ensure compliance with organizational security policies.

o Work with other departments such as network and systems engineers to implement and

manage security solutions.

o Coordinate patch management activities ensuring all security patches and updates are applied

across systems and network devices in a timely manner.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

o Industry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Security).

o Experience: 10 years of experience in network engineering or administration with exposure to

complex troubleshooting and network security management.

o Technical Skills:

o CCNP Security or equivalent certification.

o Experience with Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) PaloAlto FortiGate and Cisco Identity

Services Engine (ISE) FMC & FTD ASA

o Security: Experience with VPNs and network access control (NAC).

o Familiarity with tools like SolarWinds Nagios or PRTG for monitoring network performance.

o Familiarity with SD-WAN technologies.

o Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and with third-party vendors.

o Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with both technical and non-technical

stakeholders.

o Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

o Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

o Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION

o Bachelor degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.

Key Skills
Network security,Protocols,ASA,Tcp/IP,Routers,Windows,Access Control,Information Security,Infrastructure,Linux,IOS,Servers,Troubleshoot,Intrusion Detection,Siem
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1