Network Security Engineer L3

Position Description:The Global Extranet Delivery Team are responsible for Planning and Delivery of Extranet Solutions for Supplier, Joint Venture and Public access to Ford, that meet the Business needs in a cost effective and timely manner while maintaining Fords Security Policy. The group is responsible for the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa and the Asia Pacific Regions. The team consists of 15 members. Extranet Delivery team manages the Extranet equipment in the network hubs, JV connectivity and Extranet firewalls globally. Key activities include: • Refresh of existing and implementation of new Extranet solutions • Planning, documenting and performing migrations from Cisco to Palo Alto Firewalls • Consulting services for customers seeking assistance for Extranet solutions • Planning, documenting and performing code upgrades • 3rd level technical support to the Extranet Operations teamSkills Required:Network Engineering, Network Security, Cisco NetworksSkills Preferred:N/AExperience Required:Responsibilities: • Partnering with technical peers to create robust network solutions • Design, installation, configuration and deployment of Extranet solutions • Migration of Cisco to Palo Alto Firewalls • Firewall, Router and Nexus Switch Code upgrades • Recommend optimizations to the environment which improve delivery and performance • 3rd level support / troubleshooting / outage management • Peer review of change controls • Consultation work to assist customers in finding solutions to requests • Scripting/automation • Performing duties after hours, weekend and holiday support, as necessary • Providing technical training to Service Desk, Operations, and relevant parties Qualifications • Successful Candidate will have: • 10+ years in Network Security/Firewall responsibilities • Palo Alto Networks: o Firewalls: 3400, 3800, 5200, 5400 series Setup, configuration, troubleshooting, management, upgrades o Panorama o Prisma Access / Strata Cloud Manager configuration, scripting, management, troubleshooting, policy creation/management • Cisco Systems: o Firewalls: Firepower 2100, 3100, 4100, 9300 series appliances; Meraki MX67, MX68 appliances; ASA and FTD deployments Setup, configuration, troubleshooting, management, upgrades o Cisco Security Manager, Firepower Management Center, Meraki Administrative Console Setup, configuration, troubleshooting, management, upgrades o Router/Switch: ISR1100, ASR100x, C8500, Nexus 9300, 9500 Setup, configuration, troubleshooting, management, upgrades • Automation/Scripting skills and experience • Ability to work independently with a diverse population, both in skill set, management level and geographic location. • Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills • Flexible and adaptable with Role/Tasks • Strong written and verbal communication skillsExperience Preferred:Nice to have skills: • PCNSE certification • Cisco DevNet certification • Certification in PMP