Network Security Engineer, Global

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equality, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known Hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Network Security Department

The Network Security Department is responsible for protecting the organisation's network infrastructure from cyber threats while ensuring availability, performance, and compliance. The department works at the intersection of network engineering and cybersecurity, implementing security controls across on premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

The team designs, deploys, and operates network security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, secure access solutions, and network monitoring tools. In close partnership with the Network Engineering and Cybersecurity teams, the department proactively identifies vulnerabilities, remediates security findings, and continuously improves the organisation's overall security posture.

Essential Job Functions

• Implement and maintain network-based cybersecurity solutions to enhance the security of network
• Support the deployment, configuration and tuning of security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems and secure access platforms
• Analyse and remediate findings from regular penetration tests and put remediation plan together
• Review network vulnerabilities in collaboration with cybersecurity teams and external vendors and drive remediation activities to closure.
• Perform security remediation activities including upgrading network device firmware and software, enabling or disabling security features within network management consoles, adjusting security policies and configurations to reduce risk
• Work closely with Network Engineering to ensure security controls are aligned with network design, performance and availability requirements
• Collaborate with the Cybersecurity team to align network security controls with enterprise security standards and policies

Preferred Tooling Experience

• Next generation firewalls e.g. Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco
• Intrusion Detection / Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Secure remote access or VPN technologies
• Security logging and monitoring platform e.g. SIEM tools

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience in network security engineering or cybersecurity roles with a focus on network infrastructure
• Strong understanding of Network protocols e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, routing, switching
• Strong understanding of Network security concepts e.g. firewalls, IDS/IPS, segmentation, access control
• Experience remediating vulnerabilities identified through: Penetration testing Vulnerability scanning Security assessments
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing network security devices
• Ability to work effectively across teams and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple remediation efforts in parallel and prioritize based on risk

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP certification or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, network security engineering or a closely related cybersecurity role
• 3+ years of experience collaborating with Network Engineering teams, Cybersecurity / SOC team.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices e.g. ISO 27001, NIST

Don't meet all the requirements Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Safety and security always matter. During COVID, all positions that can work remotely have been, and appropriate steps have been taken to ensure the safety of employees in any position essential to be on site. Regardless of where you are working, technology to work effectively is provided on or in advance of your first day of employment.

Throughout the year, the advantages of being part of the Vantage team are evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer