At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead network security projects and enhance standards across a global team.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, flexible hours, and fantastic perks.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in network security while working with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in network engineering, with expertise in security solutions and architecture.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 75000 £ per year.
Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Network Security Architect to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is on-site 5 days per week in Oxfordshire. There are flexible working hours and an earlier finish on a Friday. Remote working may be granted on occasion.
This is a global role with an initial focus around Network segmentation. You will improve standards across the business and lead technical projects while working closely with technical colleagues and vendors. The current tech stack includes but is not limited to Fortigate, Cisco, SD-Wan and Palo Alto.
You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus (15%), annual leave, flexible working hours, pension scheme (matched up to 9%), life assurance, private medical, income protection, on-site canteen and gym, and many more perks!
Key Skills:- 10+ years hands-on experience in network engineering and architecture, with at least 3+ years specialising in large-scale network segmentation
- 5+ years hands-on experience implementing and managing industry-leading network security solutions (NGFWs, NDR, SASE, CASB, WAF, NAC, ZTNA)
- Deep expertise in core networking technologies (SDWAN, MPLS, VPN, IPSec, VLANs etc)
- Detailed understanding of enterprise network transport protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP), infrastructure protocols (DNS, DHCP, BGP, SNMP), common application protocols (SMB, RDP, HTTP, FTP etc) and security protocols (TLS/SSL, IPSec, SSH, SAML, OAuth etc)
- Proven history of identifying, assessing and remediating network-related security risks/misconfigurations
- Strong technical knowledge of a Microsoft-based enterprise IT infrastructure
- Experience as an architect or lead on large projects spanning multiple countries and cultures
- Background of defining security standards and processes in large corporate IT environments
- Working knowledge of Cyber Security frameworks/methodologies (such as NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Kill Chain etc)
Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.
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Network Security Architect – 11603SR5 in Bristol employer: Proactive.IT Appointments Limited
Join a forward-thinking company in Oxfordshire as a Network Security Architect, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing network security standards globally. Enjoy a competitive salary and an impressive benefits package, including flexible working hours, a generous pension scheme, and access to on-site amenities like a gym and canteen, all within a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being.
Contact Details:
Proactive.IT Appointments Limited Recruitment Team
