Senior Network Engineer - Security (Cisco FTD)
Pythian
IndiaremotePosted 8 days ago
Skill Required
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Key highlights
- Experience: 5 - 10 years
- Key Requirement: Expert-level Cisco FMC/FTD and Routing & Switching
- Benefit: Fully remote work flexibility
- Benefit: Annual wellness and home-office budgets
Role overview
Pythian is a multinational company founded in 1997, specializing in strategic database and analytics services to drive digital transformation and operational excellence. They partner with major cloud providers like Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and Snowflake to help mid and large-sized businesses leverage advanced technologies, including AI, to stay competitive. As a Senior Security Specialist, you will be responsible for providing 24/7 network support to clients across the globe in enterprise network operations and handling escalations and severe cases.
Responsibilities
- Handling, troubleshooting network and security-related issues.
- Installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting of Cisco FMC and FTD platforms.
- Evaluate diverse security risks in a fast-moving environment and be technically capable of suggesting and carrying out remediation, in accordance with Cisco's security policies and standards.
- Implement security measures on network infrastructure, such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security policies.
- Create and implement security policies, access control lists (ACLs), and NAT rules to ensure secure communication across the network.
- Implement and configure VPN technologies, including site-to-site and remote access VPNs, using FMC/FTD.
- SSL certificate management, including CSR generation, certificate renewal, installation, and troubleshooting.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues related to FTD firewalls.
- Provide support for network security incidents, including malware detection, DDoS attacks, and firewall policy conflicts.
- Utilize advanced security features such as intrusion prevention, URL filtering, and malware analysis.
- Work on Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, along with Arista Cloud based and Routing.
- Apply knowledge of ARP, MAC Address Table, VLAN, Spanning Tree Protocol, Ether channel, Switch Stacking, HSRP/VRRP, Access Lists (ACL), and NAT.
- Enterprise LAN and WAN configuration and troubleshooting.
- Configure network policies, application performance optimization, and dynamic path selection using SD-WAN.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SD-WAN, including connectivity, security policies, and application performance.
- Implement security policies and ensure secure communication between SD-WAN sites using Versa’s integrated security features, such as encryption, secure tunneling, and firewall integration.
- Handle and manage client interactions and escalations independently, ensuring client satisfaction and timely resolution of critical issues using excellent client-facing communication skills.
- Independently drive P2/P1 Technical calls from the network's end, demonstrating exceptional communication and problem-solving skills to de-escalate situations and provide clear, concise updates to clients.
Requirements
- 5 - 10 years of experience in implementing and managing multi-vendor network solutions.
- Expert-level experience in Routing and Switching.
- Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPN technologies (IPSec, Remote VPN), and routing/switching principles.
- Expert-level experience in Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) and other Cisco security products.
- Prior experience collaborating with global clients from US, Europe, and APAC regions.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to manage client expectations and handle high-pressure situations effectively.
- Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering effective solutions and managing client escalations efficiently.
Nice to have
- Experience on any “Software Defined Networking” solution, i.e. Cisco/Viptela/Versa SD-WAN.
- A relevant certification in security is an asset.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package.
- Ability to blog during work hours.
- A day off to volunteer for your favorite charity.
- Flexibly work remotely from home with no daily travel requirement to an office.
- Substantial training allowance for honing skills, professional development days, training, and certifications.
- Equipment for home work including a laptop with choice of OS.
- Annual budget to personalize your work environment.
- Annual wellness budget (e.g., gym memberships, massages, fitness).
- Generous amount of paid vacation and sick days.
Additional details
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- The successful applicant will need to fulfill the requirements necessary to obtain a background check.
- Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any aspect of the selection process.
- Pythian may utilize Enterprise Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools or features throughout its hiring process to manage high volumes of applications, review applications, analyze resumes, and assist with other recruitment steps. Human judgment remains the final decision-maker, and the system is subject to regular bias audits. By applying, you consent to this use, though you have the right to request human review or accommodation.
- Originally posted on Himalayas