Firewall Engineer

Nitel•Plano, TX

About The Position

Responsible for working with the Network and Systems Engineers to create, maintain and enforce security plans and policies effecting the network. Responsible for securing all information and information systems assets of the Company network infrastructure. Design/install/operations of VPN, SoHo, WAF, IDS, DDoS, Partner Access Solutions, Network Security Stack powering Zero-Trust, Firewalls and microsegmentation protecting CCS operations infrastructure (SIEM, DataLake, WAF, IDS, SOC dashboards). Plays a lead role in the design of security safeguards and ongoing verification of Company's network security posture. Acts as a Network Security Subject Matter Expert for the company. Integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment. May lead teams or projects and shares expertise.

Requirements

Disaster Recovery (DR)
Firewalls
Network Operations
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
7-10 Years Relevant Work Experience

Responsibilities

Recommends and ensures implementation of security safeguards to the Company's network
Ensures Network and Systems Engineers follow security best practices when deploying/configuring hardware and software.
Collaborates with the Network Operations team to ensure disaster recovery plans are viable and current.
Works with the Network Operating Center to maintain up-to-date troubleshooting guides that pertain to security.
Recommends policy for responding to security incidents along with a training program for those that might be involved.
Researches new and/or updated technologies as they come available that pertain to our environment.
Performs regular penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
Takes lead on security audits, both internal and external.
Develops security scripts and recommend tools to support the Operations Security function.
Helps ensure that customer SLAs are met at all times. Responds quickly to downtime situations.
Communicates regularly with development and supports teams regarding system status and implementation schedules.
Provides insight and resolutions on security matters, acting as a Subject Matter Expert on cross-functional projects.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance.
Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.