Secure Your Future as a Senior Network Security Engineer in Woodmead!
Are you a seasoned Network Security Engineer ready to lead and innovate? Join our dynamic team in Woodmead, Gauteng!
About Us:
Ai Recruiters is a leading recruitment firm dedicated to connecting top talent with exceptional opportunities. We are partnering with a prestigious client seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security Engineer to join their growing Network & Security Team.
Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer
Department: Network & Security Team
Reports To: SecOps Manager
Location: Woodmead, Gauteng
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview:
As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and supporting secure network solutions for enterprise-level environments. Your expertise will safeguard organizational assets while ensuring scalability and optimal performance. You will lead the network security team, manage large-scale projects, and provide expert-level client engagement, all while adhering to ISO 27001 standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network Design and Architecture: Design and implement scalable network architectures, including data center networks.
- Network Security Design and Implementation: Deploy robust security measures, including segmentation and zero-trust architectures.
- Firewall Design and Management: Configure and maintain firewalls (Fortinet, Sophos, Palo Alto, Checkpoint).
- Project Planning and Execution: Manage end-to-end network and security projects.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative team culture.
- Client Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor, delivering tailored network and security solutions.
- ISO 27001 Compliance: Ensure all operations align with ISO 27001 standards.
- Level 3 Support: Provide expert-level support for complex network and security issues.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Certifications (Highly Desirable):
- CompTIA Network+/Security+
- CISSP, CCSP
- MS-900
- Fortinet NSE, Sophos Certified Engineer, PCNSE, CCSE, CCNP
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network design, security architecture, and firewall management.
- Proven track record of handling enterprise-level networks.
- Experience in team leadership and project management.
Skills and Competencies:
- Expertise in Fortinet, Sophos, Palo Alto, Checkpoint.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLAN).
- Advanced skills in VPN, SD-WAN, and secure remote access.
- Expertise in APTs, zero-day vulnerabilities, and threat hunting.
- Proficiency in ISO 27001 and CIS benchmarks.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Network and security infrastructure uptime and performance.
- Successful project delivery.
- Client satisfaction.
- ISO 27001 compliance.
Work Environment:
- Occasional travel to client sites.
- Participation in on-call rotation.
Desired Skills:
- Network Security
- CCSP
- CISSP
- Fortinet
- PCNSE
- Cisco Security
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Diploma
About The Employer:
B2B IT Service