Network Security Analyst

Description

• Conduct periodic review of firewall policies to identify and remove any unused, duplicate, or expired objects and/or rules through change management.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues involving systems, applications, and services.
• Assist with firewall updates, and operating system upgrades.
• Initiate the RMA of faulty firewall equipment.
• Perform operational checks of the firewalls to ensure optimal operation.
• Design and implement approved firewall change requests in accordance with established guidelines.
• Assist with troubleshooting client VPN connectivity issues.
• Work closely with the security engineering team to implement security enhancements and/or mitigate identified security gaps.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience working with Windows and Linux systems.
• Strong understanding of the uses and associated cyber security risks of well-known network ports and protocols such as SSL, HTTP, DNS, SMTP, FTP, SSH, IPsec, etc.
• Strong understanding of next generation firewall technologies; Palo Alto experience preferred.
• 2 to 3 years of experience administering enterprise class NextGen firewalls.
• Familiarity of Windows Server 2008/2012/2019 and Windows 10
• One or more of the following certifications is preferred: (ISC)2 SSCP, CompTIA Security+, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, SANS GSEC, or Cisco CCNP Security.
• Ability to interpret and understand firewall traffic and threat logs.
• Understanding of threat mitigation profiles and configuration in next generation firewalls.
• Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity and application problems.
• Basic understanding of cyber security frameworks (e.g., NIST, zero trust).
• Familiarity of the Linux operating system.
• Strong understanding of computer network routing and switching fundamentals.
• Strong intrusion detection / prevention system (IDS/IPS) knowledge.
• Basic understanding of malware (computer viruses, worms, spyware, ransomware, etc.) and associated risk mitigation techniques.
• Associates degree in related field or equivalent experience required.
• Familiarity of current threats and trends in Cyber Security.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance