Network-Security Specialist

About the job Network-Security Specialist

Primary Skills :

• Evaluate and ensure security efficiency and assist in installation of appropriate network access to fortify security system.
• Run risk assessment checks on systems, maintain firewalls, update security procedures and monitor all systems.
• Be ingenious enough to anticipate potential problems and use analytical skills to fix problems and maintain system security at all times.
• Manage and implement all network security processes and maintain proper reports for same.
• Find security gaps by performing routine audits of hardware and software entities on the network and closing those gaps.

Candidate should have hands-on experience with the following technologies :

• Next Gen Firewalls
• Routing & Switching
• Load Balancer - Knowledge on BIG-IP product suite such as Adv. Firewall Manager (AFM), Access Policy Manager (APM) and Application Security Manager (ASM), and ability to address complex issues.
• Thorough knowledge of load balancing / clustering (LTM / GTM)
• A strong understanding in security concepts in related Network security technologies such as Network forensics or endpoint forensics.
• Knowledge on Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA), HSM, DDoS products

Secondary Skills :

• Assess and advise the security needs and protocol of the organization.
• Analyze security risks and develop response procedures.
• Document and develop custom tools in writing and CHECK, REVIEW, EVALUATE security systems for enhancing network security.
• A good understanding of standards, conventions and new developments in the industry.
• Participate in various network administration programs to accelerate multi-functional activities.
• While Network administrators are not programmers or system engineers, they must have a good grasp of programming and scripting languages as well as a good understanding of generally accepted concepts and conventions to recognize security gaps and advise developers on potential problem areas and measures to strengthen security.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree. Must have a minimum of 7 years of related experience as a subject matter expert in architecting complex networks.
• Good knowledge of various types of protocols that support a major role in communicating with different devices across the network.
• Hands-on and working knowledge of Dynamic routing protocols.
• Hands-on and working knowledge of managing Firewall, IPSec / SSL VPN, Load Balancers, Proxy / web filtering.
• Knowledge and understanding of Public and Private cloud infrastructure.
• Good information technology and analysis skills to solve problems and make organization-wide decisions.
• An attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
• High degree of emotional intelligence and the ability to work under pressure.