Principal Network Security Engineer
Principal Network Security Engineer
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10years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
- Perform network evaluation planning provisioning and assurance for MAN WAN LAN and Network Security systems.
- Lead the design and implementation of IP subnet masks dynamic routing systems (especially OSPF) and network security measures.
- Oversee the configuration and installation of security protocols routers switches VLANs firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Implement encryption technologies and security solutions including VPNs DNS and VoIP protocols.
- Manage centralized network/security access controllers and apply best practice security methods including ethical hacking penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
- Conduct forensic investigations and incident response for network intrusions and cyber threats.
- Evaluate emerging security technologies and ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory standards.
- Provide supervision and mentoring to the network security team.
Requirements
- Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF7) or relevant industry certification (e.g. Cisco Huawei Alcatel Juniper).
- Certification in Palo Alto systems is highly advantageous.
- 15 years of experience in network security and telecommunications.
- Indepth knowledge of network security protocols firewalls intrusion detection encryption and privileged access management.
- Experience in managing largescale network security environments (1000 users).
- Proficient in security technologies such as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) protection phishing prevention and enhanced authentication mechanisms.
- Handson experience with Next Gen Firewall technologies Unix/Linux OS and automation scripting for incident management.
- Strong understanding of network and web protocols (TCP/IP UDP IPSEC HTTP HTTPS etc.).
- Experience with change management processes and security evaluations for software hardware and network infrastructure.
- Must have a valid driver s license and own transport.
- Supervisory Experience:
- Experience leading teams and managing network security projects within a complex environment.
In-depth knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection, encryption, and privileged access management. Experience in managing large-scale network security environments (1,000+ users). Proficient in security technologies such as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) protection, phishing prevention, and enhanced authentication mechanisms. Hands-on experience with Next Gen Firewall technologies, Unix/Linux OS, and automation scripting for incident management. Strong understanding of network and web protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.). Experience with change management processes and security evaluations for software, hardware, and network infrastructure. Must have a valid driver s license and own transport.
Education
Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF7) or relevant industry certification (e.g., Cisco, Huawei, Alcatel, Juniper). Certification in Palo Alto systems is highly advantageous. 15+ years of experience in network security and telecommunications.
Employment Type
Full Time
