Network Security Administrator
Company: Windstream Corporation
Location: Greenville
Posted on: May 29, 2023
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Job Description:
Description Network Security Administrator
Network Security Administrator Description
The successful candidate will assist in the daily management of the
network security operation, implementing, and maintaining
information/network security systems for Windstream's service
provider and management networks. The incumbent must possess skills
that enable him or her to troubleshoot and maintain security
applications and equipment that support both an Internet Service
Provider business and a Network Operations environment.
The successful candidate must have a technical network firewall
security Infrastructure background, with emphasis on identity and
security technologies, including an understanding of Information
Security fundamentals (such as the ISC2's Common Body of Knowledge,
United Kingdom's Common Criteria, and ISO 17799). A strong desire
to promote solid Information Security awareness/practice throughout
the enterprise is critical, as the candidate will be a steward
assisting the team to uphold a strong security posture on the
network infrastructure.
Duties
* Participate in the implementation of firewall policies and
standards in a complex, high-scale enterprise network security
environment.
* Participate in security alerting, detection and monitoring
program by threat research and investigation
* Assist with endpoint security incidents, reviewing and
implementing new firewall policy requests
* Assist in the security authentication compliance of the Transport
equipment program
* Assist with the decommission or migration of existing
environments
* Adhere to policies and standard operating procedures
* Participate in an Incident Response Team as necessary
Candidate Requirements
* Experience with at least one of the following: Fortinet, Cisco
ASA, Juniper firewalls or Cisco ISE. Experience in routing and
firewall installation, configuration, and administration will be
required.
* Network security and routing troubleshooting skills
* Skills in system administration for Linux and Windows operating
systems
* Management of identity and access governance platforms and
technologies
* Preference will be given to candidates with experience in at
least one of the following:
o Firewall management platforms and methodologies
o Cisco ISE and Radius technologies
o BGP dynamic routing experience
o Python scripting experience
o Java or Json experience
* Knowledge of IP network protocols, data flows, and
vulnerabilities within a TCP/IP environment
* Must be able to work well in team, remote work environment
* Independent problem solver; self-directed, self-starting
* Good inter-personal and communication skills
* Excellent personal organizational skills
* Ability to prioritize and work issues via ticketing system
* The ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced,
dynamic operations environment
* Available and willing to be in a 24x7 on call rotation
* Ability to lift at a minimum 50 pounds.
Security Knowledge
* Knowledge of network switches, routers, and firewalls.
* Comprehension of alerting and monitoring security
fundamentals
* Security system deployment methodology
* Defense in depth strategies
Security Product Knowledge
* Experience with Fortinet, Juniper, or Cisco firewalls
* Windows server 2016 /Windows 2010 desktop
* Familiarity Active Directory and Open Radius
* Familiarity with Cisco ACS/ISE
* Linux or Redhat
Certification / License
* CCNA/CCNP
* NSE-4
* CAP
* GIAC
* CEH
Our Benefits:
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
* 401K Plan
* Health & Flexible Savings Account
* Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
* Educational Assistance Plan
* Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
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About US:
Windstream Holdings, is a leading provider of advanced network
communications and technology solutions for consumers, small
businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across
the U.S. Actual base pay for this job will depend on the
candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as
relevant skills and experience. Qualifications Qualifications
Associates degree and 1-3 years' experience or 4 + years equivalent
related technical experience or a combination of education and
related technical experience required.
Knowledge of vulnerability management, dynamic BGP routing, log
management, proxy servers, DLP, IPS/IDS, VPN, PKI, multi-factor
authentication, SAML, and cryptography is beneficial.Experience
with Firewalls and router equipment is required.
Desired Qualifications:
Ability to stay current with the economic and technological
developments in the industry.
IND123
Primary Location: US-South Carolina-GreenvilleOther Locations:
US-Georgia-Atlanta, US-Kentucky-Lexington, United StatesWork
Locations: Greenville SC 301 N Main St 301 N Main St Ste 5000
Greenville 29601Job Category: EngineeringEEO Statement: Windstream
is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the
authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
genetic information, protected veteran status, current military
status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital
status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by
law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled
individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our
employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment
at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug
testing.
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