Senior Network Security Analyst Web Application Firewalls

CenterPoint Energy•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Network Security Analyst to help maintain a strong level of security across CNP network environments through effective security engineering. This role is responsible for protecting an organization’s network infrastructure from cyber threats and unauthorized access. They design, implement, and troubleshoot security measures to ensure systems remain secure and compliant with policies and standards across a broad range of evolving network technologies and processes, as well as delivering related network security services. The analyst will work closely with Security Architecture, IT and Enterprise Architecture teams to understand requirements and ensure adherence to established security standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
5+ years’ experience in cybersecurity.
Hands-on experience with Next Gen Firewalls and Web Application Firewalls.
Hands-on experience with network, OS, and application security.
Knowledge of VPN technologies, URL filters, and PGP.
Experience implementing Zero Trust or similar modern security models.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of networking protocols and cybersecurity frameworks.
Ability to meet deadlines while working on multiple tasks.
Ability to deal collaboratively, diplomatically, and successfully with customers, co-workers and other professional colleagues, managers, and staff.
Ability to quickly learn new procedures, techniques, approaches, etc.
Understanding of all aspects of Information Technology and its impact on the security of network environments.
Strong written and verbal communication and excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Certifications are CISSP or other relevant security certifications such as Next Gen Firewall, Web Application Firewall, Cloud Security.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day Next Gen firewall administration, including policy management, rule tuning, and health monitoring.
Configure and maintain Web application Firewall policies.
Configure and manage Security, NAT, QoS, and decryption policies.
Perform quarterly review of access control list and firewall policies.
Ensures network security rules, standards, and architecture is adequate to safeguard the CNP network.
Review system configurations.
Implement automation scripting to improve Network Security Operations and Services
Develop dashboards and provide routine metrics data collection.
Support firewall lifecycle activities from pre-installation preparation through network integration.
Execute testing and validation for new deployments, policy changes, and upgrades.
Coordinate deployment and go-live activities with minimal disruption to production traffic.
Maintain documentation and configuration baselines following significant changes.
Manage and optimize Network Segmentation environment and zones.
Configure and manage Client Remote access solutions.
Manage and support PGP encryption.
Configure and maintain IDS/IPS, URL content filter and DLP operations, including profile management, incident review, and policy refinement.
Advises departments on policies and security best practices, providing training as required.
Serves as the subject matter expert for security best practices, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Provides support and assistance during internal and external audits.
Interfaces with technical vendors regarding security issues and recommend solutions.
Develops network security standards.
Develops network security architecture designs.
Ability to author technical documentation

Benefits

Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs
On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution