Career Opportunities: Sr. Network Security Engineer (Remote) (146486)

Designer Brands is looking for an experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to manage our on-premise and cloud based infrastructure. The candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and operations of DBI’s network security infrastructure. They will collaborate with architects and peers to design, configure, and implement solutions. Additionally, they will help maintain network data and security infrastructure and services across multiple brands. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Reports To: Manager, Network Engineering

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive network security architecture, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, and other security devices.
• Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify and mitigate security threats.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of DBI’s network data and compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Design and document scalable solutions that meet enterprise requirements, collaborating with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration, especially with security measures.
• Troubleshoot network related issues to support application teams, Respond to security alerts and incidents promptly and effectively.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, BGP, etc.)
• Very strong technical knowledge of enterprise network security solutions for large environments (SASE, SSE, SWG, IDS\IPS)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong team player who enjoys a fast-paced atmosphere and has used agile methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, commitments, and projects
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools.

Competencies:

SETTING GOALS – Creates and follow effective plans. Anticipates risks, creates contingency plans. Aligns plans with goals. Allocates adequate resources. Accepts and supports change. Willing to take risks and suggests new ideas, approaches. Takes initiative. Seeks out learning activities.

WORKING WITH OTHERS – Clearly articulates own, other’s goals. Promotes a team atmosphere by demonstrating humility and respect. Builds effective relationships, relates well to others. Delivers and responds to feedback in a constructive manner. Considers multiple perspectives. Handles conflict, pressure, uncertainty and adapts independently. Meets commitments. Dedicated to working with business partners on their expectations.

GETTING RESULTS – Personally accountable for work performance targets and achieving results. Prioritizes well. Anticipates and handles obstacles effectively. Makes good, timely decisions. Can simplify and process complex problems. Understands underlying issues and addresses root causes. Meets deadlines, works until finished.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security engineering.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems and security technologies
• Experience with packet capture hardware/software (Ethereal, Sniffer) to support fault isolation
• Experience with Data Center centric, Cloud services, and Software Defined Networking required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with F5 and Palo Alto Networks technologies
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP Security, PCNSE)

Education:

• B.S. Degree Computer Science or a minimum of 5 years network security experience in lieu of degree

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