Network Security Senior Analyst

Engineer, design, deploy and configure LAN/WAN architectures including switches (L2/L3), routers, load

balancers, VPNs, firewalls, wireless controllers, and access points.

Provide lead support and troubleshooting for IP technologies, including but not limited to, voice and data

network connectivity, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc.), VPNs, SIP, and QoS.

Provide lead support and troubleshooting for Layer 2/3 technologies, including but not limited to,

Ethernet (Switched, FastE, GigE), Spanning Tree, VLANs, STP, Trunking,

Provide lead support and troubleshooting for application delivery technologies such as local and global

load balancers (LTM/GTM), WAN optimizers, etc.

Administer and maintain various IT network security control systems such as firewalls, intrusion

prevention systems, virtual private networks, and end point protection.

Configuration, deployment, maintenance of VoIP system components and software

Troubleshoot and repair network-related problems collaborating with cross-functional teams, third parties

and key stakeholders.

Ensure that network links and equipment are properly monitored and that alerts are addressed in a

timely manner.

Provide level 2 technical support for problems identified on the network and to support the

implementation of new solutions.

Manage and ensure effectiveness of security solutions, including firewalls, anti-virus solutions, and

intrusion detection systems.

Manage optimal operation of, WAN Optimizers, Load Balancers, and VPN Gateways

Implementation and troubleshooting of monitoring tools like Solarwinds

Take part in the design and implementation of new solutions and improving resilience of the current

environment.

Monitor utilization trends, manage network performance, and assure maximum uptime; Perform

technical tuning of the network systems to improve performance.

Manages vendor relationships in all related technologies (HW, SW, Data and SIP Circuits, etc.) so that

services are delivered to us effectively and efficiently.

Participate in development of design and architectural strategy to include technology standardization and

modernization.

Establish and maintain regular written and verbal communications with stakeholders, department heads,

and end users regarding pertinent network activities.

Documentation - Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network

mapping, and IT network processes and procedures.

Plan, test and respond to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery events.

Actively participate in Off-Hour Operations, Weekend Work and On-Call Rotation Shifts to provide 24 x 7

support.

IT Service Management Good understanding of ITIL best practices and SLAs

Maintain knowledge of networking related topics, including emerging technologies, industry best

practices, and regulatory/compliance related concerns

Requirements

BSc in a technical field

Vendor Technical Certification

Firewalls: PaloAlto,

L2/L3 Network: Cisco, Brocade, Extreme Networks

Network Load balancer: BigIP F5 LTM, GTM, APM, and AFM.

WAN Optimization: Riverbed

Monitoring Tools: SolarWinds

Wireless: Cisco, Extreme Networks

Unified Communication: Genesys PureCloud, Microsoft Skype for Business and Polycom

Sound knowledge in Cloud Infrastructure and their services.