Network Security Engineer
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Position: Network Security EngineerPosition Overview: The Network Security Engineer is a technical, hands-on expert responsible for analyzing, designing, documenting, implementing, and configuring complex network and security infrastructure. Working closely with NOC, IP Operations, Video Operations, and other technical/business units, the Network Security Engineer provides MOPs necessary for deploying network & security changes. This role requires a deep understanding of network architecture, routing protocols, and security frameworks. This is a networking and security combination role.Company Benefits: Along with that rewarding feeling, you'll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find many advantages to joining our team such as:Position Responsibilities:•Design, implement, and manage complex network architecture to meet requirements from various business units•Support network and security infrastructure and controls, including, but not limited to Routers, Switches, SD-WAN, Firewalls, VPN, TACACS, netflow based tools, etc.•Develop and implement disaster recovery plans for the network; assist in conducting periodic internal and external audits to assess security/risk in the Mediacom network•Ensure network systems comply with relevant regulatory and compliance standards•Participate in incident triage, analysis, response, and remediation for network outages, intrusions, attacks, and other incidents•Assist in developing network-specific security policies, guidelines, standards, and procedures•Implement automation scripts and tools to streamline repetitive network tasks•Manage network services and configurations, recommending and implementing changes that will improve overall company network security•Assist in evaluating and developing solutions for complex network and security technologies for enterprise and service provider environments•Work with network hardware and software vendors to evaluate new products and technologies•Lead and/or participate in network-related projects, ensuring timely and successful completion.•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into effective network solutions; collaborate with IT to design and implement hybrid cloud network solutions•Perform other duties as requested by the supervisorPosition Requirements:•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or Information Technology preferred •5 to 7 years of technical hands-on networking and security experience•A solid background in network administration and architecture, and an in-depth understanding of communication protocols and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF)•Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices•Familiarity with access control models and network security, knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g., Python)•Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools•Experience with routers, switches, firewalls, VPN, netflow, and other network security tools•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to assimilate, analyze, and correlate large amounts of forensic data from various network, operating system, application, and security devices, logs, and alerts•Experience in handling networking and security for a large enterprise network or service provider network•Ability to present and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical staff as well as senior management•Strong interpersonal and communication skills•Ability to work well under pressure, meeting multiple deadlines•Ability and willingness to take on additional tasks as assignedPreferred Experience/Skills:•Cloud networking experience•Networking and security certifications (CCNA, CCNP, etc)•Familiarity with Cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF and ISO 27001•Health, vision, and dental insurance •Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees •401(k) with generous company match •Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off •Employee discounts on company services, where available. In areas where our services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided •Training and professional development •And much more!