The Senior Network & Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's network infrastructure while ensuring robust security measures are in place. This role requires a deep understanding of networking technologies, security best practices, and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Network Architecture and Design: Develop and implement network architectures to support business objectives, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Network Security: Design, implement, and maintain security solutions to protect network infrastructure, data, and systems from threats.
- Network Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the network, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Security Incident Response: Lead incident response efforts, conducting investigations, containing threats, and implementing corrective actions.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and develop junior network engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with network and security vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring optimal service delivery.
- Compliance: Ensure network infrastructure and security practices comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed network and security documentation for reference and troubleshooting.
- Experience with NGFWs, Web Gateways, WAF, Endpoint protection, SSL-VPN, IPSec-VPN, and Traffic monitoring tools.
- Proficient with configuring network and Wi-Fi devices from multiple vendors (Cisco, FortiGate, Aruba, HP, etc.).
RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering and security.Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching, etc.).Expertise in network security technologies (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, etc.).Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to lead and mentor team members.Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, CISSP, CISM, or CEH.) preferred