network security engineer (forescout) - 1746.

job summary:
We have a 6 month contract opportunity for a Network Security Engineer. This role is fully remote but must be able to accommodate CST business hours.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Network ForeScout Specialist to assist with design, implement, and optimize network security solutions utilizing ForeScout technology. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of network architecture and security protocols, as well as hands-on experience with ForeScout products with problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing environment. An effective communicator, and a confident team member with a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

 
location: Warren, Michigan
job type: Contract
salary: $50 - 55 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
- Assist with architectural oversight for complex deployment including capacity planning, appliance placement, segmentation, and functional separation

- Work closely with the client Security team and internal design meetings and calls.

- Investigate and resolve Network Access Control incidents and provide recommendations to prevent future occurrences.

- Ability to provide support in an IT operations and maintenance Tier II or III role, including ticket work information updates, issue response, and remediation

- Ensure that all security-related policies and procedures are being followed by the team.

- Provide technical guidance to other members of the security team and network team.

- Represent the Network Infrastructure security team in network discussions and ensure the security of the network

- Work closely with the network team to ensure that security policies are being followed and that the network is secure.

- Maintain documentation for Network Access Control policies, procedures, and best practices.

 
qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in an IT related field

- Minimum 3 years of experience with network hardware configuration

- NAC experience is highly desired.

- Experience with a NAC (Aruba Clearpass and Cisco ISE) environment is strongly desired.

- 3+ years of significant experience with Windows based operating systems and Unix systems, specifically Linux.

- Expertise in technologies involved in large scale enterprise deployments/data centers

- Experience in deploying and/or supporting enterprise security software products such as firewalls, IPS, Anti-Virus solutions, application firewalls, high availability solutions, network management systems and virtual systems.

- Experience with tools such as Nmap, Nessus, and tcpdump

- Experience implementing and using complicated software products that involve multiple components

- Ability to clearly document complicated steps and procedures

- Design and architecture experience a plus

- Working knowledge of shell, perl and xml scripting.

- Excellent communications skills, strong customer orientation, good organizational skills, self-driven with ability to multi-task on various projects and aptitude to learn new technologies

- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working in demanding

and challenging environments

- Healthcare provider industry experience is preferred

- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent industry

experience

- ForeScout Certified Administrator (FSCA)/ForeScout Certified Engineer (FSCE) a plus

- Aruba Wireless and Extreme Switching experience is a plus

 
skills: - 3+ years of experience in an IT related field

- Minimum 3 years of experience with network hardware configuration

- NAC experience is highly desired.

- Experience with a NAC (Aruba Clearpass and Cisco ISE) environment is strongly desired.

- 3+ years of significant experience with Windows based operating systems and Unix systems, specifically Linux.

- Expertise in technologies involved in large scale enterprise deployments/data centers

- Experience in deploying and/or supporting enterprise security software products such as firewalls, IPS, Anti-Virus solutions, application firewalls, high availability solutions, network management systems and virtual systems.

- Experience with tools such as Nmap, Nessus, and tcpdump

- Experience implementing and using complicated software products that involve multiple components

- Ability to clearly document complicated steps and procedures

- Design and architecture experience a plus

- Working knowledge of shell, perl and xml scripting.

- Excellent communications skills, strong customer orientation, good organizational skills, self-driven with ability to multi-task on various projects and aptitude to learn new technologies

- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working in demanding

and challenging environments

- Healthcare provider industry experience is preferred

- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent industry

experience

- ForeScout Certified Administrator (FSCA)/ForeScout Certified Engineer (FSCE) a plus

- Aruba Wireless and Extreme Switching experience is a plus



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