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Senior Network Security Engineer
NEC Corporation
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Remote Eligibility
On-site
Domain
Network Security
State
Washington
City
Perth
Job Description
Posted on:
November 25, 2024
Primary NIST Speciality
Operate and Maintain
NIST Sub-speciality
Network Services
Seniority
Senior
Salary ($K)
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Summary and company overview
About the role
Exciting times ahead! We're expanding and looking for a dynamic Senior Network Security Engineer to join our local Network Services team! In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of security and network infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with our network and IT teams to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data and systems.
About the company
NEC has a century-long history of innovation and for over 50 years in Australia, NEC has built a sophisticated technology and anything-as-a-service company which brings together the best technology and the smartest people driving customer service excellence. With a major focus on Public Safety, we deliver a complete portfolio of ICT solutions and services to large enterprise, small business, and government customers.
We are shaping the most efficient businesses and creating a safer society by solving tomorrow’s technology challenges.
NEC is a place where everyone can grow. So however you identify yourself or whatever background you bring with you. Please apply, if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain network/ security solutions, such as firewall, SD-WAN, VPN, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Monitor network security systems for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards where needed.
- Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments.
- Act as an escalation point for high priority/complex security incidents.
- Respond to security incidents and breaches.
- Keep up to date with the latest security trends and threats.
Job Requirements
Skills & Experience
- 5+ years in a security network environment, with experience designing and implementing firewalls, load-balancers, SD-WAN, and routers.
- Expert understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, QOS, BGP, OSPF, MPLS).
- Familiar with security standards like ISO 27000, NIST, and Essential 8.
- Experience with security tools (IDS/IPS, SIEM) and scripting (Python, Ansible) for automation.
- Vendor certifications (CCNP/CCIE Security, NSE6+, PCNSE, CCSE, CCSM, etc.)
- Extensive documentation skills and ability to produce quality artifacts (High/Low level designs, diagrams, as-build, handover).
- Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships.
- Mentoring skills to take empower and help grow the team’s local knowledge and expertise.
- ITIL process knowledge (Asset/Change/Incident management)
Desirables
- Understanding of Data Centre and Service Provider networks (MPLS, VRF, underlay/overlay, QoS).
- Network segmentation, Cisco SDA, Zero Trust, SASE.
- Experience with the design & deployment of SD-WAN solutions (Cisco and/or Fortinet).
- Understanding of cloud networking (Azure, AWS)
Additional commentary
What’s in it for you?
At NEC, we offer an outstanding working environment, fantastic corporate culture and an excellent track record of internal promotions along with continuous learning and development opportunities. We place great emphasis on our staff satisfaction, and you will enjoy a wide range of benefits such as flexible work options, 14 weeks paid parental leave, NEC Partner Product Discounts, access to great discounts at many retail providers, health and wellbeing program and much more.
Summary and company overview
About the role
Exciting times ahead! We're expanding and looking for a dynamic Senior Network Security Engineer to join our local Network Services team! In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining high levels of security and network infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with our network and IT teams to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data and systems.
About the company
NEC has a century-long history of innovation and for over 50 years in Australia, NEC has built a sophisticated technology and anything-as-a-service company which brings together the best technology and the smartest people driving customer service excellence. With a major focus on Public Safety, we deliver a complete portfolio of ICT solutions and services to large enterprise, small business, and government customers.
We are shaping the most efficient businesses and creating a safer society by solving tomorrow’s technology challenges.
NEC is a place where everyone can grow. So however you identify yourself or whatever background you bring with you. Please apply, if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.
About
NEC Corporation
Company Size
Large (5K-20K)
Employer type
Enterprise
Company Rating (Glassdoor)
3.7
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