Senior Consultant - Network Security
- Market p25–p75
- $163k–$217k
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Accountabilities
Network Security Implementation and Support
Implement, migrate, configure, and support network and security solutions across enterprise customer environments.
Provide design assistance and technical validation for network and security architectures in collaboration with internal architects and client stakeholders.
Serve as a technical subject matter expert for next-generation firewall platforms, including Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, Cisco, and Palo Alto.
Conduct network assessments and develop practical, implementation-focused recommendations.
Execute complex infrastructure migrations, including firewall replacements, SD-WAN transitions, and data center modernization initiatives.
Troubleshoot complex network and security issues across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and remote-user environments.
Technical Documentation and Project Delivery
Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including implementation guides, as-built documentation, and operational runbooks.
Collaborate with project managers, technical teams, and customer stakeholders to coordinate activities and ensure successful project outcomes.
Lead technical discussions and communicate implementation approaches, risks, and recommendations clearly to clients.
Provide knowledge transfer, technical guidance, and mentorship to customers and internal colleagues.
Manage multiple project assignments and priorities while maintaining delivery quality and attention to detail.
Technology Development and Expertise
Maintain current knowledge of emerging networking and cybersecurity technologies, platforms, and industry trends.
Support the adoption and implementation of modern network security approaches, including network segmentation and zero-trust architectures.
Contribute technical expertise across enterprise networking, firewall platforms, VPN technologies, and hybrid infrastructure environments.
Requirements
At least 7 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on network security and enterprise networking.
Demonstrated experience in a consulting or professional services environment, delivering customer-facing technical projects.
Hands-on experience with major enterprise security platforms, including:
Palo Alto Networks: PAN-OS and Panorama.
Fortinet: FortiGate and FortiManager.
Cisco: ISE, Firepower, and Firepower Management Center (FMC).
Juniper: SRX Series firewalls.
Aruba: ClearPass.
Strong understanding of enterprise routing and switching technologies, including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and VRFs.
Experience with VPN technologies, including IPSec and SSL VPN.
Knowledge of network segmentation and zero-trust security architectures.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills across complex network environments.
Ability to create clear, accurate, and professional technical documentation and presentations.
Excellent communication and client engagement skills, with the confidence to lead technical discussions and explain complex concepts.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining high-quality delivery standards.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications and Additional Experience
Relevant industry certifications, such as:
Palo Alto Networks: PCNSE or PCNSC.
Fortinet: NSE 6, NSE 7, or NSE 8.
Cisco: CCNP or CCIE.
Juniper: JNCIS or JNCIA.
Aruba: ACDP, ACCX, or ADCNS.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including cloud networking.
Familiarity with identity integrations in SASE environments, including Azure Active Directory, SAML, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
Experience deploying or supporting SD-WAN and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions.
Knowledge of automation and scripting technologies, including Python, Ansible, and APIs.
Previous experience working for a value-added reseller (VAR), managed service provider (MSP), or consulting organization.
Physical Requirements
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