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.

• Design, implement, and maintain core network infrastructure

• Integrate NGFW with other network components

• Install, configure, and maintain Palo Alto and Forti Gate 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

• 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

• 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, Forti Gate)

• 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

• 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 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.

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" 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.

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