Position : Network Security Engineer III

　　Location : Kansas City, Kansas

　　Requisition ID: : 24349

　　Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our network security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong expertise in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Firepower, Azure, and Zscaler technologies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the security and integrity of our network infrastructure.

　　Job Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Design, implement, and manage security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks, and cloud infrastructures

　　Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Cisco Firepower devices

　　Ensure the secure deployment and management of applications in Azure

　　Administer, optimize, and monitor Zscaler ZIA & ZPA implementations

　　Responsible for deployment management and operation of network access control/Cisco ISE

　　Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure secure software and network design

　　Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on both network and cloud resources

　　Provide expertise on network security best practices and trends

　　Develop security documentation, including policies, procedures, and training materials

　　Respond to and mitigate security incidents

　　Participate in ongoing training and certification to stay current with the latest technologies and best practices

　　Work with appropriate business partners when rolling out new systems or system changes in order to address issues and fix bugs. Perform necessary testing and analysis to ensure system stability before transferring support responsibility to the support desk

　　Work across Unified Communications, Route, Switch, Wireless and Network Security platforms

　　Translate business requirements into network designs and solutions

　　Collaborate with a group of network engineers delivering new solutions to support manufacturing networking

　　Partner with equipment manufactures and internal customers to test and certify IoT solutions

　　Contribute to the research and design of future generation network roadmaps

　　Provide Tier 3 network engineering escalation support

　　Design and deliver network infrastructure to support new and existing initiatives

　　Translate technical knowledge into support procedures

　　Work alongside Site Reliability Engineers to automate manual activities

　　Collaborate with network hardware and services providers

　　Create and maintain network documentation and reports

　　Communicate with internal customers and present solutions in a non-technical manner

　　Troubleshoot malfunctions of network hardware and software applications

　　Investigate, analyze, recommend and install enhancements and operating procedures that regulate or enhance network performance

　　Stay current with disaster recovery procedures. Be available to assist in recovery of major systems in the event of a disaster

　　Document project in Atlassian Confluence including troubleshooting information for technical support

　　Manage trouble tickets when escalated from support group

　　Monitor computer networks using network management and analysis products

　　Administer security by way of access control for all network appliances. Maintain user lists and security logs, and follows up on security violations

　　The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Education and Experience

　　Undergraduate degree in computer science, information technology, or related technical curriculum, or equivalent practical work experience (work experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis)

　　Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security, with at least 3 years focusing on cloud environments

　　Proven experience with Cisco Firepower, Azure, Zscaler ZIA, and ZPA

　　Certifications: CCNP Security or higher, Azure (AZ-500 or equivalent), and Zscaler (ZCCA-IA, ZCCA-PA)

　　Strong knowledge of network protocols, VPNs, and firewall management

　　Familiarity with vulnerability testing tools and methodologies

　　Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure

　　Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Able to troubleshoot complex problems; able to lead others in the resolution of complex problems

　　Able to perform multiple technical and highly complex tasks

　　Able to review and interpret complex technical information

　　Able to work independently and within groups as needed

　　Able to promote a team environment

　　Able to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously and balance conflicting demands

　　Able to demonstrate strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and ethics

　　Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences

　　Able to communicates complex ideas, anticipate potential objections and persuade others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

　　Able to maintain confidentiality

　　Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)

　　Able to make decisions using own reasoning and judgment

　　Able to use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions

　　Skill in analytical thinking, including research, interpreting data, and analyzing information

　　Able to understand work level impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by divisional/functional policies

　　Must be able to read, write and speak English

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer