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JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Network Security Engineer Network Reliability Engineering (NRE) Security Operations (SecOps) is the subject matter expert in designing and implementing the Network Access Control (NAC) solution strategy for the next-gen operations for all Marriott International (MI) networks including the Property Networks Datacenter/Cloud Networks and Corporate Networks. This role will work closely and collaboratively with a matrix team of expert network architects and engineers to drive the adoption of NRE practices and operating models across all network product towers and around globe. As the Senior Network Security Engineer the candidate focuses on defining and executing the zero-trust strategy to prevent unauthorized access to Marriott network as well as meet stringent compliance requirements. Reporting to the Director of NRE-SecOps the engineer will be responsible to articulate and effectively execute a vision to address increasing complexity scale of modern IT systems and ensure real-time asset visibility assessment remediation and access control to Marriott services. The successful candidate will be expected to bridge the gap by implementing security strategies and next-gen zero trust solutions to make sure all system components are meeting Marriott network access and security compliance requirements at granular level. This role is accountable for establishing technical level relationships and partnering with all business disciplines other MI teams solution providers/vendors and operational partners to define and implement the Network NRE zero trust security roadmap building and enforcing the standards defined in it.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
Graduate degree in IT engineering or computer science discipline or equivalent experience/certification
6 years experience with network security tools related products
Experience in installing configuring and troubleshooting of zero trust security tools (Forescout NAC Cisco ISE Aruba ClearPass or other similar tools)
Strong preference to have Forescout certifications (FSCA or FSAA or FSCE)
Must possess expertise in designing and implementing policies in the tools mentioned above
Experience with one or more Cloud Computing platforms (e.g. Amazon AWS Microsoft Azure Google Compute Engine)
Knowledge and experience in wireshark/tcpdump/nmap and related analysis techniques
Experience in developing documenting and managing the requirements gathering process and providing detailed design and implementation plan to support the requirements throughout the project life cycle
Field experience and knowledge of foundational data networking and IP technologies including (ARP TCP/IP UDP DHCP DNS NAT and others)
Awareness in installing managing troubleshooting and administration of firewall management solutions (Firemon Palo Alto Panorama Checkpoint MDS)
Understanding of TACACS RADIUS
Experience in Agile methodologies daily stand-up meetings sprint planning sessions and user story preparations
Hands-on experience with common routing and switching platforms (Cisco Juniper HP/Aruba etc.)
Demonstrated experience in delivering written documents detailing network solutions and diagrams
Preferred:
Advanced Degree (e.g. MS PhD) in Computer Science or other technical discipline or MBA preferably with a focus on technology
Familiarity with multiple languages including C Java PythonPerl or another programming language
Experience with managing network security tools in a hospitality industry a plus
Experience in leveraging public APIs for developing automation scripts
Team player with the ability to collaborate and work with cross functional teams in multiple time zones
Experience in researching emerging technologies and trends standards and products and synthesizing into clear technology roadmaps and strategies
Strong knowledge of emerging tools applications and systems for attaining best-in-class network security posture across the enterprise
Excellent problem-solving skills working independently and through leading outcomes for cross functional teams
Excellent understanding of change management testing requirements and techniques to ensure high availability and business readiness of platforms
Strong attention to detail with an ability to operate effectively across multiple priorities
Ability to perform independently as a member of a team and through cross functional initiatives
Proven track record of transformation in network technologies tools and processes through a data driven continuous improvement methodology
Demonstrated experience in improving reliability performance and agility of complex enterprise networks
Strong understanding of network infrastructure automation instrumentation and monitoring platforms and the emerging technologies in this area
Strong influencing skills and an ability to overcome barriers while driving change
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences including executives business stakeholders and IT teams
Core Work Activities:
Develop complex global distributed infrastructure monitoring management and automation solutions to
manage our global network. Lead design write and build tools to improve the reliability availability and scalability of Datacenter/Cloud Networks Property Networks and Corporate Networks
Serve as technical lead for the development of complex global distributed infrastructure monitoring
management and automation solutions to manage our global network.
Serve as technical lead for the design of new tools to monitor and smart alerts that help discover failures or issues before our customers.
Collaborate with other Network teams to develop network SecOps solutions with a focus on production integration
Conduct network analysis configuration management and development improvements for system software
performance availability and reliability
Provide program management assistance and contribute input to help manage project schedules risks and
costs.
Manage SecOps NRE products and solutions including the design low level engineering and delivery of new hardware systems for Marriott applications across the network.
Define and implement an operational Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO)
strategy for all Network Infrastructure areas.
Establish management level relationships and partner with all Business disciplines and other MI teams to
define NRE SecOps services meet service level requirements and serve as an escalation point to resolve service delivery and operational issues.
Drive accountability with ITO partners vendors telco/ISPs etc. launching and managing Performance
Improvement initiatives where appropriate.
Create functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and development
budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional NRE SecOps tools systems and infrastructure.
Foster an environment of continuous improvement and structured processes and procedures that support a
zero-fault culture.
The pay range for this position is $47.30 to $80.96 per hour.
Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.0334 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.
FLEX opportunities offer coverage for medical dental vision health care flexible spending account dependent care flexible spending account life insurance disability insurance accident insurance adoption expense reimbursements paid parental leave 401(k) plan stock purchase plan discounts at Marriott properties commuter benefits employee assistance plan and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions which may include rules regarding eligibility enrolment waiting period contribution benefit limits election changes benefit exclusions and others.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda MD will be considered for Remote positions.
The application deadline for this position is 14 days after the date of this posting August 19 2025.
At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Full-Time