Network Engineer

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge of network fundamentals including network protocols, server and desktop environments, network hardware and software, and network management tools

• Understanding of Network/Micro Application Segmentation based on Secure Data Flows

• Solid understanding of necessary Data Flows between User and Applications, and Application to Application

• Be able to write a policy to allow/deny traffic data flows based on communicated criteria.

• Needs to be able to parse Firewall log files and adapt/or Create Rules based on validated data flows.

• Understanding of Access Rules, ACLs source and destination, rules policies

• Understanding of Protocol communication control and response, active and passive ports, and how they apply for application and data communication for rules creation.

• IP Address Subnetting/Management experience.

• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data for analysis using Excel and formulation – vLookup, If statements, Average, Search, Pivot Tables, Sort, Filters.

• Nice to have – Basic Scripting skills using Python, PowerShell, Ansible

• Preferred Experience and Attributes

• At least 5+ years of strong operational network experience with Firewalls, primary is Palo Alto and Illumio Host Agent.

• 10+ Years Industry Experience working with cross functional teams

• Strong Networking Skill CCNA certification or higher

• Collaborative attitude

• Ability to work other business units and application teams and drive application owners to success.

• Strong sense of understanding the big picture and how everything comes together

• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize activities and work within deadlines.

• Able to provide technical leadership to less experienced personnel either individually or as part of a team.

• Possess excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

• Previous banking experience is a plus.

Requirements

• US Citizen

• Able to pass background check(s).

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

• Total of 15 years' experience in the Information Technology industry, with a minimum of 5 years as a Palo Alto consultant.