Lightedge · 20 hours ago
Network Security Engineer II
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expLightedge Solutions is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Security Engineer II to join their team. This role involves collaborating with Network Security professionals to maintain and oversee the security infrastructure of their multi-region US-based datacenter network, with a focus on firewalls and incident resolution.
Cloud ManagementInformation TechnologyInternetWireless
Responsibilities
Network Planning & Management
Participates in the implementation, testing, and documentation of enterprise wide network security solutions and standards
Monitor the security of the organization’s network from threats originating from inside and outside the organization
Configure and install firewalls and other network security systems
Manage firewall and intrusion detection systems policies
Assist in the investigation of intrusion incidents, forensic investigations, and incident response
Provide troubleshooting support for critical network security issues
Firewall configuration, syslog review, security event log review
Monitor and manage the following systems to ensure security services throughout the network are running optimally
Configuration, Implementation, and Management of NextGen Firewalls, including primarily products from Fortinet and Palo Alto
Configuration, and Management of central firewall management systems, Fortimanager and Panorama
Knowledge and experience with use of the following tools to provide feedback and analysis for the security of the enterprise network
Enterprise Networking, WAN Technologies, and Protocols
Security Frameworks, Perimeter Defense Models, and Protocols
Deploying security policies and procedures while working within established Compliance policies to serve customers from a variety of fields
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in IT or related industry experience
4+ years experience in Network Security Engineering/Administration
Solid understanding of network routing and switching as it applies to firewalls
Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to changes in technology
Excellent telephone and personal customer service skills required
Ability to communicate in a professional and friendly manner with customers in written communication
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for work in a collaborative team environment
Ability to multi-task and operate with general supervision, adjusting priorities accordingly
Able to maintain professional demeanor under stress
Experience troubleshooting applications and network issues using a network protocol analyzer
Preferred
Advanced industry specific training and certification preferred
Direct experience in firewall administration from various vendors, Fortinet/Palo Alto experience preferred
Vendor certifications preferred but not required; NSE4/5, FCP, PCNSA, PCNSE
Company
Lightedge
Lightedge delivers technology solutions that bring the operational benefits of the public cloud to enterprise IT workloads.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$5M2021-09-01Acquired
2004-04-23Private Equity· $5M
Leadership Team
Amy Spyksma
Sr. Director of Partner Development
Jeff Lucich
Partner Success Director
Recent News
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