Senior Network Security Engineer

National Life - Montpelier, VT

Full-time - Senior

Montpelier, VT

501-1,000 employees

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About the position

As our Senior Network Security Engineer, you will be a key player in developing and implementing cutting-edge security solutions for our network infrastructure. You will leverage your significant hands-on experience with next generation network technologies to design and implement security policies, procedures, and controls that provide top-notch protection against evolving cyber threats. You will collaborate closely with our cross-functional teams to ensure that our network security controls meet the highest standards of security and compliance. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that challenge you to stay ahead of the curve in network security. You will have access to the latest tools and technologies and will be empowered to make a real impact on the security posture of our network. If you are a self-starter who is passionate about network security and loves solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of network security at National Life Group.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage security solutions for our network environment to maximize resilience against cyber threats.
• Formulate and enforce network security policies, controls, and best practices, ensuring alignment with industry standards and compliance regulations.
• Act as a key liaison with internal stakeholders, translating business requirements into secure network solutions.
• Author, revise, and uphold security documentation, frameworks, and standards.
• Develop and routinely test security incident response plans; participate in incident response efforts and post-event analyses.
• Keep abreast of emerging threats, technologies, and trends in the network security realm.
• Offer expertise, guidance, and hands-on support to fellow cybersecurity team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Regularly assess and report on the effectiveness of network security tools, strategies, and measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity or a related discipline.
• 10+ years in Information Security, with at least 7 years dedicated to network security.
• Proven expertise in Palo Alto Next Generation Firewall management (VPN, SSL Decryption, IDS/IPS, URL filtering, etc.).
• Web Application Firewall management (Imperva, Cloudflare, Akamai, etc.).
• Wireless network configuration (Juniper, Cisco, etc.).
• Network Access Control solutions (FortiNAC, Forescout, etc.).
• Network Security Monitoring solutions (ExtraHop, Darktrace, etc.).
• Solid grounding in networking principles and architectures.
• Strong analytical mindset coupled with adept problem-solving abilities.
• Stellar communication skills, with an aptitude for translating technical details for varied audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CEH (preferred).

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company funded wellness account for director and below employees
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave
• 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment