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Robert Half Security Network Engineer in Newark, New Jersey
Description
We are in search of a Security Network Engineer to strengthen our team. The successful candidate will be based in North, New Jersey and will play a crucial role in implementing and maintaining our network security systems. The role involves a strong understanding of security concepts and hands-on experience with Cisco Security products.
Responsibilities:
• Implement and maintain security systems, focusing on Cisco Security products such as ASA firewalls, ISE, SourceFire, StealthWatch, and LANCope.
• Ensure understanding and application of security concepts such as S2S/RA, VPN, ACLs, NAT, VLANs, and ACS.
• Apply knowledge of network access control (NAC) systems, intrusion prevention systems, information security methodologies, and authentication protocols.
• Manage and respond to security incidents, leveraging experience with SIEM, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and log management products.
• Uphold network security standards and best practices, providing support to the Network team as required.
• Use skills in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Checkpoint, Cisco ASA, Cisco ASA Firewall, and Cisco Routers.
• Employ abilities in Authentication, Check Point, Checkpoint Firewall, Computer Hardware, and Configuration Management.
• Maintain the integrity of the network, ensuring the secure operation of all systems.
• Continually monitor the security landscape, staying up-to-date with the latest threats and security best practices.
• Assist in the design and implementation of network security policies and procedures.
Requirements • Proficiency in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is required.
• Familiarity and experience with Checkpoint is essential.
• Proficiently skilled in Cisco ASA.
• Expertise in operating and managing Cisco ASA Firewall.
• Knowledge and experience in handling Cisco Routers.
• Demonstrable skills in Authentication procedures.
• Proficiency in Check Point is a plus.
• Experience with Checkpoint Firewall is necessary.
• Familiarity with Computer Hardware is essential.
• Must possess skills in Configuration Management. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.®
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