Security and Network Engineer

Bray - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Job Title: Security and Network Engineer

Department: IT / Engineering

Role Overview

This is a hands-on technical role focused on the implementation and maintenance of the organizations network and security architecture. Aligning with the Security Engineer job family you will act as a primary technical resource responsible for executing the security strategy managing IT assets and facilitating secure staff transitions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Implementation & Architecture

Design implement and maintain robust and scalable network infrastructure including LAN WAN Wi-Fi and VPN services to support business operations.
Configure install and troubleshoot network devices such as routers switches wireless access points and firewalls (specifically PFSense FortiGate Cisco ASA or Palo Alto).
Lead the technical deployment and management of security tools including Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDPS) antivirus/anti-malware solutions and SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk LogRhythm Log360).

2. Asset Management & Staff Operations

Asset Management: Maintain accurate tracking and inventory documentation for all IT hardware and software assets ensuring the registry is up-to-date and compliant with security policies.
Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage the technical onboarding and offboarding processes for staff ensuring timely and secure provisioning of hardware and access rights as well as the secure de-provisioning and retrieval of assets for departing employees.
Access Control: Manage security access controls and identity management systems to ensure least-privilege access is maintained throughout the employee lifecycle.

3. Operational Security & Monitoring

Monitor network performance to identify bottlenecks and implement technical solutions that optimize efficiency and reliability.
Implement advanced security controls specifically network segmentation and Access Control Lists (ACLs) to harden the internal environment.
Perform regular risk assessments vulnerability management and penetration testing to identify and mitigate technical risks.

4. Incident Response & Support

Participate in the investigation and resolution of security incidents as part of the wider incident response plan.
Provide technical mentorship to junior staff (such as IT Administrators) and handle escalated troubleshooting requests.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience: 58 years of IT experience with a strong focus on network implementation and technical security.
Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or Cybersecurity.
Technical Proficiency:

Extensive experience with network protocols (TCP/IP VLANs routing).

Hands-on experience with EDR tools and cloud security environments (AWS Azure).

Certifications: CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) CompTIA Network or CompTIA Security are highly desirable.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job Title: Security and Network EngineerDepartment: IT / EngineeringRole OverviewThis is a hands-on technical role focused on the implementation and maintenance of the organizations network and security architecture. Aligning with the Security Engineer job family you will act as a primary technical ...