Senior Network Security Engineer

Senior Network Security Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer to manage and secure our network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Cisco Networks and a deep understanding of network security principles and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the security of Cisco routers, switches, networking devices, and appliances.
• Configure, support, and resolve issues with firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS solutions.
• Secure network design and execution using Cisco Secure Access, Edge Network Security, Threat Control, and Secure Mobility solutions.
• Deploy Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and 802.1X secure network access.
• Monitor and maintain network access security using Cisco ISE appliance solutions.
• Set up advanced Cisco security solutions to mitigate outside threats and secure connected devices.
• Provide operational support for identity and network access control.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with Cisco network security appliances and Cisco IOS software devices.
• Configure Cisco perimeter edge security solutions and Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) firewalls.
• Execute and manage security for Cisco switches, routers, ASA, and Firepower Firewalls.
• Implement and resolve remote-access and site-to-site VPN solutions with Cisco ASA and Cisco IOS routers.
• Implement Cisco ASA Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), web security, email security, and cloud web security.
• Troubleshoot Network Access Control, Web Authentication, and Guest Access.
• Understand Cisco ISE Fundamentals, Advanced Access Control, and Endpoint Access Control.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive network security experience with a strong background in Cisco Networks.
• Proficiency with Cisco Umbrella, Stealthwatch, WSA, ESA, AMP for Network and End Point, ASA, NGFW, Firepower NGIPS, Cloudlock CASB, AnyConnect, ACI security, Threat Control, TrustSec, and DNA.
• Beneficial experience with Cisco Data Center Nexus, Cloud, Cisco ASA/PIX, Cisco Secure, ACS, Cisco ACI, Cisco IronPort, Checkpoint FW-1 and NG, Juniper Netscreen and SRX, Palo Alto, Bluecoat, and Fortinet security hardware/software products.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, frequently changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence across multiple teams.
• Own transport and a full, clean Irish driver's license are essential.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• CCNP Security, CCIE Security