Associate Principal, Network Engineering

The OCC • Chicago, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for Network policy, governance, and compliance Supporting, administrating and overseeing network support Design and analysis of new and existing architecture Routing/switching configuration, design and compliance Network related business continuity approaches Develop systems specifications, technical/procedural implementation plans Coordinating complex projects with clients and vendors. Works with a team performing network design and support of new network and security architectures for “on premise” and Cloud networks.

Requirements

• Excellent presentation skills including planning, material preparation and public speaking
• Demonstrated capability to tailor communications to the technical level of the audience
• Clear, concise and precise written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, project management and mentoring skills
• Strong ability to use solution-oriented approach towards problem resolution
• Ability to work independently and be a team player
• Experience directing use of tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Python, and Github (or industry equivalent)
• Experience delivering Infrastructure as code
• Experience building cloud infrastructure in environments such as AWS (Preferred), Azure, or Google Cloud, or similar service
• Advanced experience with architecting, designing, deploying, and operating network elements such as DNS/IPAM; Firewalls; Network Access Control Solutions (NAC); load balancing; DDoS mitigation, tapping/sniffing infrastructures; and NTP
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in IT systems installation, operations, administration, and maintenance of virtualized servers / cloud systems
• AWS certifications such as DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect, Advanced Networking, or Security or equivalent field experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in and developing solutions for a highly regulated environment or organization that leverages a security framework (such as NIST, COBIT, etc)
• Knowledge of Controls, Risk Ranking/mapping, Remediation items and general IT audit
• Understanding of NIST Special Publication 800-53 (Rev. 4) and COBIT framework
• Experience with Cisco IOS/NX-OS configurations
• Experience with GRC Technologies such as Archer
• Experience with CIS Benchmarks
• Relevant industry certifications such as Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP or CCDP) equivalent field experience
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Engineer (CCIE) Certification

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of network infrastructure, including the design, deployment, support, compliance and documentation of routing, switching, firewalls and cloud-base solutions.
• Lead and coordinate network changes, ensuring security, performance and compliance with governance framework (NIST-CSF, COBIT).
• Collaborate with vendors, carriers, and engineering teams to resolve complex issues and drive large-scale project to completion.
• Provide strategic direction for network planning, maintaining up-to-date documentation and deliver on-call operational support to ensure reliability and business continuity.
• Lead and coordinate the development, implementation and management of policies, procedures and controls.
• Create and manage Risk Intakes/Acceptance(s) when required.
• Lead and support Vulnerability Management efforts.
• Proactively maintain awareness of policy and procedure changes that could affect networks compliance.
• Work with and manage requests for documentation from Auditors or Exams.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of Business Applications and Devices in Service-now.
• Create, update, and validate Configuration Baselines for Network applications and equipment.
• Perform consistent compliance Audit/validations throughout the network.
• Lead remediation efforts related to findings and observations in areas of responsibility.
• Ensure remediation addresses root cause, improves OCC’s residual risk and is completed in a timely manner

Benefits

• A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:
• A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
• Generous PTO and Parental leave
• 401k Employer Match
• Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees