Network Upgrade Admin Security Clearance

Position: Network Upgrade Admin with Security Clearance
Description/

Job duties:

• Assess current network infrastructure and identify areas needing upgrades.

• Coordinate with worldwide partners to plan and schedule patch deployments, minimizing disruptions to operations.

• Collaborate with security teams to prioritize patching efforts based on the severity and impact of vulnerabilities.

• Perform firmware and software updates on existing network devices.

• Utilize automated patch management tools to streamline the patching process.

• Monitor the network post-upgrade to ensure stability and performance.

• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during and after the upgrade process.
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure network performance, reliability, and security.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all patch management activities, including patch status, deployment schedules, and testing results.

• Communicate upgrade plans and progress to stakeholders.

• Ensure all network upgrades adhere to security policies and standards.

• Continuously evaluate and improve patch management processes and tools.

• Stay updated with the latest developments in patch management technology and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to patch management.

• Assess the risks associated with delaying or not applying certain patches.

• Work closely with other incident response teams to ensure rapid remediation of vulnerabilities.

Required:

• Strong understanding of network protocols, devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls), and network architectures.

• Proficiency with network patch management tools and systems, such as Cisco NSO, Solar Winds Network Configuration Manager, or similar solutions.

• Knowledge of various network operating systems, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and others.

• Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and network security tools.

• Experience in network administration, network security, or a similar role, with a focus on patch management.

• Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analysis for network devices.

• Experience in responding to network security incidents and applying emergency patches.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of patch deployments.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with various IT teams and stakeholders.

• High attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and reporting of network patch management activities.

• Candidate must have a total of 10 years of applicable experience. The experience can be a combination of degree and work history. This can be a High School degree and 10 years of work history OR an Associate’s and 8 years, a Bachelors’ and 6 years, a Masters and 4 years of work history Desired Qualifications

• Service Now, Splunk, Tableau, Power Bi and other data visualization tools experience

• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate patch deployment processes for network devices.

• Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials