Network Security Architect

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize technical knowledge to identify flaws and weaknesses in the systems, networks and applications and adjust designs based on new threat and attack information as acquired.
• Work closely with the Infrastructure and Application teams to conduct security reviews, vulnerability assessments and remediation and other cybersecurity initiatives.
• Support the delivery of Next Generation WAN/LAN architecture across the enterprise.
• Configure, implement, document, and manage security tools including Network Security, Cloud Security, End-Point Security, SIEM, DLP, Email, security awareness and training.
• Support the automated and manual vulnerability assessment and penetration testing and work with various teams on remediation.
• Work closely with SOC/NOC Operation Center to ensure key performance indicators are met and threats/vulnerabilities are mitigated. This includes Security Incident & Event Management as well as daily threat analysis.
• Assist in network hardening guidelines and assessments for gaps.
• Install and configure Network and Security equipment.
• Monitoring computer systems to improve network performance for all systems.
• Troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees and management.
• Assist in implementing disaster recovery procedures and test plans.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.
• Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.
• Provide system support and maintenance in alignment with standards and processes set within the Network and Cybersecurity Service Delivery model, West policies and procedures, and Regulatory requirements.
• Assist in creating and maintaining system lifecycle documents in accordance with West policies and procedures, including creation and maintenance of Policies, SOPs, and SOIs.
• Work within and participates in the Change Control process.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or equivalent experience
• 11-15 years of Relevant experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise across a variety of security products including firewalls, URL filtering, information security and virus protection.
• Deep expertise, understanding and knowledge of Infrastructure Network and Security – SD WAN, Routing and Switching, Firewalls, Load Balancers, Cloud Networking and Cyber Security.
• The commercial acumen to provide cost-effective security solutions.
• An enthusiasm for staying up to date with the very latest updates about security threats and solutions.
• Outstanding communication skills that go beyond “tech talk” – the ability to translate complex IT matters to those without an IT background
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Previous exposure to Linux and/or Windows Operating Systems, coding languages, and/or Network
• Good knowledge of networking, switches, routers, TCP/IP, WAN, LAN, SIP, etc.
• Understanding and experience in Microsoft Azure Express Route, VNET and other software defined network objects in Azure.
• Experience working with Cisco Networking equipment, Fortinet SD-WAN, Zscaler Cloud proxy, Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE), SIEM and Endpoint Detection and Response (Cisco AMP).
• Understanding of security tools and mechanisms (IDS/IPS, antivirus, anti-malware, authentication mechanisms, DNS, IPAM, PKI, encryption, etc.)
• Ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization and to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with high flexibility and rapid response time.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced & complex environment with a self-motivated work ethic; utilize sound judgment with an ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Proficient English language skills
• Willingness to global travel
• Able to always comply with the company’s safety policy.
• Ability to develop and follow all relevant SOPs as per Company policies.