Network Security- Professional

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Essential Skills:

• Firewall Management:

  • Install, configure, and maintain FortiGate Firewalls, Cisco ASA, and Cisco Firepower appliances.
  • Implement, manage, and optimize firewall rulesets, VPNs, and security policies.
  • Conduct regular reviews and audits of firewall configurations to ensure compliance and security best practices.

• Network Security:

  • Design, implement, and support network security solutions, including intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), virtual private networks (VPN), and firewalls.
  • Perform risk assessments and vulnerability assessments, and provide recommendations to enhance network security posture.
  • Monitor network traffic and events to identify, analyze, and respond to security incidents and threats.

• Incident Response:

  • Investigate security incidents, gather data, and perform root cause analysis.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement incident response plans.
  • Implement appropriate remediation steps to mitigate any detected security vulnerabilities or threats.

• Security Monitoring & Reporting:

  • Utilize security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, SolarWinds, etc.) to track and report on network security incidents.
  • Produce security reports and dashboards to communicate network security posture to management.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  • Maintain up-to-date network security documentation, including network diagrams, security policy documents, and procedures.
  • Ensure all network security configurations align with compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA).

• Collaboration & Support:

  • Collaborate with IT and other business units to implement security best practices and provide technical support for network security issues.
  • Assist with network security design and architecture for new projects and infrastructure changes.