TEKsystems · 1 week ago
Network Security Architect
Leawood, KS
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$70/hr - $80/hr
8+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, seeking a Network Security Architect to work onsite in Leawood, KS. The role involves overseeing security architecture, managing network security solutions, and leading an offshore team to enhance security protocols and practices.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Must be able to work well within a technical team, as well as interface well with the outside business units Excellent organization skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize various types of work and be able to meet/set deadlines for all assigned work
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), able to relate with users, service providers, and management
Ensures all solutions adhere to applicable change control requirements
Must be able to respond to, and work on, after hours issues related to all technologies/protocols/solutions
Self-motivated, proactive approach, able to work well independently in support of customer service level agreements
Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices
Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may result from the improper performance of their specific job. Has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities
Qualification
Required
8+ years' hands-on experience working in heterogeneous TCP/IP intensive environments
Strong understanding of security architecture & protocols, SASE/SSE solutions, VPNs, NAT, SSL/TLS, and IPSec
Experience with network troubleshooting, capacity planning, performance tuning, firewall security design, and security best practices
Demonstrate a high-level hands-on experience of working directly with each of the following: Palo Alto (plus Panorama/Prisma Access), Cisco Security (ASA, ISE, Firepower NGFW), Cisco Secure Client/AnyConnect, Security Secure Edge (SSE) Solutions (Zscaler/Prisma Access/Cisco Secure Client), Network Monitoring and Management
High level of independent thinking and the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment
Ability to engage in deep system level problem determination and resolution
Must be able to work well within a technical team, as well as interface well with the outside business units
Excellent organization skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize various types of work and be able to meet/set deadlines for all assigned work
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), able to relate with users, service providers, and management
Ensures all solutions adhere to applicable change control requirements
Must be able to respond to, and work on, after hours issues related to all technologies/protocols/solutions
Self-motivated, proactive approach, able to work well independently in support of customer service level agreements
Occasional travel will be required. Must be able to travel without restriction, when required
Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices
Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may result from the improper performance of their specific job. Has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities
Need real world experience with palo alto and panorama in large environments
Need experience moving products to a VPN
Seeking candidates with hands-on experience with Z-scaler, palo alto, and large scale real world experience
Seeking candidates to lead the charge for replacing Cisco ASA to a new VPN tool
Seeking candidates with leadership qualities, they will be leading an off-shore team of resources for the network team
Preferred
Cisco ISE
Zscaler
Network routing protocols (BGP/OSPF)
Cisco Data Center Networking
F5 Load Balancing
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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