Network Security Architect

Job Summary:

As a Senior Level SASE Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing SASE solutions. Your expertise in SASE cloud security platforms will be critical in guiding through the digital transformation journey, enhancing their security posture, and enabling secure and seamless remote access for their workforce. You will collaborate closely with our internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions that align with industry best practices and meet our unique cybersecurity needs

Responsibilities

Lead the design and architecture of SASE solutions, taking into consideration their business requirements, security objectives, and existing technology landscape

Conduct thorough assessments current network and security infrastructure to determine the most effective integration of SASE solutions

Collaborate with internal teams to understand their security challenges and develop tailored strategies for implementing SASE solutions in line with their objectives

Provide expert guidance on security best practices and help teams optimize their usage of the platform to achieve maximum security and performance benefits

Assist in configuring and deploying SASE services, including Web Security, Cloud Firewall, Private Access, and Data Loss Prevention, among others

Perform in-depth troubleshooting and issue resolution related to SASE deployments, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to clients' operations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, security analysts, and project managers, to ensure successful project delivery

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging threats, and advancements in SASE technology to continuously enhance your knowledge and expertise

Provide training/knowledge transfer to the client's engineering/support team

Qualifications

A minimum of 10 years' hands-on experience in networking in large, global enterprise environments 

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

5+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, network engineering, or related roles

Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing Zscaler solutions, including hands-on experience with Zscaler's cloud security platform /or/ Palo Alto Prisma Access cloud security platform

Relevant certifications such as Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) or similar certifications are highly desirable

Proficient understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)