Your key responsibilities
This includes the Firewall, the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) or perimeter networks, Proxy services, VPN, 3rd party services and remote access against internal and external network security threats or unauthorized access intrusions identified via IT staff and end-user incidents raised from the Service Desk.
Skills and attributes for success
- Advanced analytical skills to probe for understanding and address as appropriate both common and more complex infrastructure intrusions and end-user incidents
- Demonstrate experience in dealing with external vendors and suppliers within the network and security industries
- Excellent knowledge of perimeter security and border protection technology, environments, management and monitoring tools is essential
- Working knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) to identify industry standards and procedures for Incident, Problem, Change and Knowledge as required
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt personal communication styles based on your audience
- To engage as a leader with vision with all levels of the organization, reaming calm under pressure and maintain the credibility of the business
To qualify for the role you must have
- Be a Self-starter who can operate without direct supervision on multiple complex issues and tasks in parallel
- Present sophisticated and difficult messages skilfully, using a variety of media and methods
- Produce writings that contains clear and precise language suitable for the target audience
- Experience with infrastructure implementation/management, service/operations management, etc.
- Maintains awareness of related new and emerging technologies
- Technology requirements
- Check Point Firewall (also Palo Alto/Fortinet Firewalls)
- AlgoSec Firewall automation platform
- Zscaler Cloud Security
- SonicWall/Pulse Secure/Prisma VPN technologies
- In depth understanding of networking concepts, including IoT, IPv4 and IPv6 and how to deploy and configure in the security product set
- SD-WAN awareness is an added advantage
- Understanding of Cloud technologies, SAML Integrations, Azure AD is an added advantage
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering or Computer Science or a related subject area, plus an industry accreditation or equivalent work experience
- Demonstrable experience in various aspects of Security technology infrastructure design and implementation.
- Security related Professional qualifications [Check Point CCSE, Blue Coat BCCPA
- Service management qualifications [ITIL Foundation]
What we look for
- In Perimeter Security we look for individuals who are inclusive, proactive hard-working standout colleagues who show a passion for technology and services. As a small team, in diverse locations, who are responsible for providing a critical service on a global scale. This will necessitate an individual who is flexible with a good work ethic who is willing to do the right thing at the right time – even if that is late evening or at weekends.
What we offer
As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, globally diverse team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a significant impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be accepted for who you are and empowered to
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.