Network Security Architect - Herndon, Virginia ( GC or Citizens

Overview

Role:
Network Security Architect

Location:

Herndon, Virginia
Duration: 6+ Months

Contract:

IT

• Performs analysis of network security needs and contributes to design, integration, and installation of hardware and software.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and corrects network problems remotely and on-site.
• Maintains and administers perimeter security systems such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Modifies and maintains network security policy.
• Installs and maintains Cisco routers and Cisco switches.
• Hands on experience on Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASR series routers, Cisco Fabric switches.
• Implements and administers IP load balancing with Citrix Net Scaler, F5 load balancers and Big/IP, hardware SSL accelerators, and other software/hardware as necessary.
• Designs and implements remote connectivity solutions including IPsec VPN, PPTP, and SSLVPN.
• Designs, configures, and implements Citrix Presentation Server solutions.
• Troubleshoots Windows 2012/2008/2003 permission and other related issues.
• Builds and integrates new application servers including file and print, database, web, mail, and servers to support call center applications.
• Monitors security system logs (intrusion detection system, firewall system logs, etc.) and reports on discovered anomalies or problems on a weekly basis.
• Meets with Business and Engineering teams to develop understanding of network and security requirements and designs changes to the network solution across Public and Private cloud including VPC & VLAN configuration, ports to be opened, ACLs, firewall rule changes.
• Tests new computer/router/switch hardware and software solutions prior to implementation.
• Administers and configures Windows 2008, Windows 2003, and Unix-based systems, as needed.
• Uses sniffers and other tools to troubleshoot and isolate network problems.
• Assists with network security assessments for potential business partners.
• Keeps abreast of trends and changing technologies related to IT, Network Engineering, and Information Security; engages in continuous process improvement.
• Performs other related duties as may be required.
• Minimum of 10-12 years directly related work experience in network, security administration/engineering.

• Prior hands-on professional experience with Windows 2008, Windows 2003, Windows XP, Juniper Firewalls, and Checkpoint Firewalls. Cisco ASA and/or Linux experience would be a plus.
• Working knowledge of operating systems including Windows 2008, Windows 2003, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and UNIX.
• Expertise in network security, Juniper firewalls, Checkpoint firewalls, intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, encryption technologies, and networking protocols including SMTP, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, and SNMP.
• Strong analytical, reasoning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of personnel internally and externally (leadership, executives, clients, vendors, agencies).
• Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment and meet stringent deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and follow-through, including the ability to document work.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.

• Develop security posture with respect to user administration, privileged identity management, intrusion detection, firewall configuration, DDOS, WAF, and other security components; update on new vulnerabilities; assess risks and engage with third parties and OEMs as needed; develop concrete plans.
• Review monthly Vulnerability Scans and address vulnerabilities with infrastructure and application teams.
• Support ISO
  27002 security audit and updates to security policy, security training program, and vendor security requirements as required.
• Manage antivirus policies on servers and endpoints; update server and antivirus clients.
• Plan, research, and design robust security architectures for IT projects.
• Manage Network Firewalls, Web Application Firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Develop requirements for LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, firewalls, and related network devices.
• Review and approve installation of firewall, VPN, routers, IDS and servers.
• Test final security structures to ensure they behave as expected.
• Provide technical supervision for and guidance to a security team.
• Define, implement and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Oversee security awareness programs and educational efforts.

Please respond with your word resume and requested details:

• Full Name
• Work Authorization
• Contact Number
• Email
• Skype
• Current location
• Willing to relocate
• Rate/hr

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.