Network Security Specialist

Job Description As a Cybersecurity Professional specializing in Network Security, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network security solutions across the enterprise infrastructure. Your role will involve configuring, monitoring, and maintaining Firewall systems such as FortiGate and Palo Alto to ensure secure connectivity and data protection. It will be essential for you to monitor and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities promptly. Additionally, conducting risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audits will be crucial to ensure the network systems" integrity. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices and compliance standards will be part of your daily activities. Moreover, maintaining updated documentation for firewall policies, security configurations, and incident reports will be an ongoing task. Your role will also entail researching and recommending emerging security solutions to further enhance protection. Key Responsibilities - Design, implement, and manage network security solutions across enterprise infrastructure. - Configure, monitor, and maintain FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls for secure connectivity and data protection. - Monitor and respond to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities in a timely manner. - Conduct risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audits for network systems. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices and compliance standards. - Maintain updated documentation for firewall policies, security configurations, and incident reports. - Research and recommend emerging security solutions to enhance protection. Required Skills & Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent work experience). - 5+ years of hands-on experience in Network Security and Cybersecurity operations. - Strong expertise in FortiGate and Palo Alto firewall administration and troubleshooting. - In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAT, routing, and switching. - Familiarity with SIEM tools, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management. - Certifications such as PCNSE, NSE (Fortinet), CEH, CISSP, or CCNP Security will be an added advantage.,