Senior Network Firewall Engineer

ASM Research is looking for a Senior Network Firewall Engineer with experience in managing core data center network infrastructure. The individual will have experience troubleshooting complex issues related to data center network infrastructure with a true holistic understanding of how complex data center systems work. You will also act as a senior level escalation point for network issues as needed.

Job Responsibilities :

Design, implement, and maintain core network infrastructure

Integrate NGFW with other network components

Install, configure, and maintain Palo Alto and FortiGate systems to enhance existing architecture

Advance experience with yaml / Python to build Ansible playbooks to better integrate automation

Experience with building out Proof of Concepts and architecting traffic flows with application enhancement teams

Advanced knowledge of data center network infrastructure such as Cisco routers, switches, and SD-WAN technologies

Team Collaboration and Leadership :

Serve as an SME within a team of Network Engineers

Mentor junior team members

Lead and support network-related technical discussions

Available to support rotating on-call schedule

Monitoring and Security

Monitor network to maintain integrity and security

Conduct tests to ensure operability and security of the network

Perform Root-Cause-Analysis (RCA) and advanced troubleshooting

Implement and manage firewalls and security protocols (Palo Alto, FortiGate)

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

Expert level experience in Palo Alto configuration

Experience working in highly redundant, geographically distributed infrastructure, including Akamai and other CDN technologies

Advanced experience with provisioning routers, switches, and other critical network infrastructure

Advanced diagnostic, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Experience with BGP / OSPFv3 routing configuration and management

Advanced troubleshooting abilities to quickly restore services to normal levels of operation

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

10 years of experience in network security administration

Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred

Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) level certifications / skills

AWS / Cloud associate level certifications

Fortinet SD-WAN experience

Infoblox IPAM and DNS management

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

111,000 - 160,000

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.