Network Security Engineer - Routing & Switching (7-9 yrs)

Job Description :

- 7+ years' experience in IT Infrastructure Operations as a Network Security Engineer or similar role.

- Configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco routers and switches to ensure optimal network performance and security.

- Manage Juniper SRX series firewalls, including SRX340, SRX240, and SRX4200, to enforce security policies and protect against cyber threats.

- Conduct firewall audits using Firemon tool to assess and enhance security posture.

- Administer Palo alto and Zscaler VPN for secure vendor access to our network resources.

- Oversee firewall management platforms, including Juniper Space and Palo Alto Panorama, to streamline operations and enhance visibility.

- Manage Palo Alto firewalls across data centers, manufacturing sites, and global offices to safeguard network assets and sensitive data.

- Assist in the implementation and optimization of Fortinet firewalls to strengthen network security posture.

- Integrate Elastic Search into security operations and vulnerability management processes to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.

Design and implement cloud integration solutions to connect on-premises infrastructure with cloud environments, leveraging technologies such as F5, DDI/IPAM (EfficientIP).

- VPN/MFA, and Internet Gateways.

- Management of Juniper Mist Wireless controller and Access points.

- Maintenance of core routing and switching infrastructure, including BGP and OSPF protocols, to ensure efficient data flow and connectivity.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control and policy enforcement.

- Provide support for data center infrastructure, including on prem store DF and Equinix facilities to ensure reliability and uptime of critical systems.

- Excellent command over Incident, Problem, Change and Service request management.

- Skilled in network automation and should know Python, Ansible and Terraform.

- Knowledge of network inventory management and asset management.

- Experience on performing Firmware upgradation of vendor devices like Juniper and Cisco.

- Configuration and Management of Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), SDWAN & Juniper MIST SSR Platform.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

- Proven experience in network security engineering, with expertise in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and Fortinet technologies.

- Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco and Juniper routers and switches.

- Hands-on experience with Juniper SRX series firewalls and Firemon firewall auditing tool.

- Strong understanding of VPN technologies, particularly Palo Alto VPN.

- Familiarity with firewall management platforms such as Juniper Space and Palo Alto Panorama.

- Experience deploying and managing Palo Alto firewalls in enterprise environments.

- Knowledge of Fortinet firewall implementation and optimization is a plus.

- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS, PCNSA, PCNSE, or FCNSP will be advantageous.