Design, Configure, and maintain network devices like routers, switches, and firewalls to prevent intrusion into the service provider network
Design, configure, and maintain network monitoring and analysis tools like NMS, IDS, IPS, and SIEM servers and appliances to isolate and diagnose potential threats and intrusion attempts into the service provider network
Architect comprehensive security procedures and take a lead role in the assembly of and operationalization of incident response and disaster recovery plans
Coordinate cross-functional organizational incident response team and practices to ensure a response, prioritization of events, and respective remediations
Act as the first line of defense preventing and responding to security incidents, malicious behavior, and attacks
Monitor, test, and report on the network’s hardware and software to ensure the integrity of the service provider network’s design, configuration, and security and compliance posture
Review and ensure vulnerability and patch management is prioritized and remediated in a timely manner
Identify, propose, and implement measures to improve the security posture of our service provider network
Produce and peer review MOPS for complex changes on the network
Drive world-class availability and security in a constantly growing and scaling national network
Contribute toward departmental and company goals and objectives.

7+ years working in a Network Security Engineering and/or Operations role in the telecommunications service provider industry
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in cyber security, electronics, telecom, or computer science
Successful candidates will have prior experience within the SME focus area of Network Security
Solid understanding of Ethernet & IP protocols
Understanding of IP networking, TCP/IP protocols, Routing and Switching, and DDoS mitigation
Experience with Nokia, Adtran, Juniper, Calix, Cisco and/or A10 Networks equipment is mandatory
Prior hands-on experience with SIEM, EMS, NMS, ticketing systems, and other network tools is desirable
Must enjoy a dynamic and continually changing work environment and willingness to adapt to changes in priority and focus.
Technology and Equipment certifications are strongly desired
Clear and concise verbal/written communication skills is essential
Excellent people skills to establish a good rapport with customers, suppliers and internal colleagues
Routine travel to MetroNet and/or Vendor facilities may be required but is not expected to exceed 10%.

Senior Network Security Engineer

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