Job Summary
Synechron is looking for a highly skilled Network Security Technology Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise network security solutions. This role is vital in protecting organizational assets against evolving external threats by overseeing security architecture, ensuring platform stability, and guiding the lifecycle of security products. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to support the organization’s security posture and enable agile project delivery.
Software Requirements
Required Skills:
Extensive experience with network security products such as NGFWs (Palo Alto, Checkpoint), IDS/IPS, Web Proxies, Load Balancers (F5 GTM, LTM, ASM), RAS, DNS, and Certificates
Strong knowledge of security standards, controls, and best practices
Experience with automation tools and scripting: Ansible, Python, Chef
Knowledge of virtualization technologies: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes, VMWare ESXi, KVM, OpenStack
Familiarity with cloud security solutions (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Preferred Skills:
Experience with open-source security solutions like HAProxy, PFSense, Service Mesh
Understanding of licensing models for security products
Overall Responsibilities
Design, implement, and support secure network architectures and products aligned with organizational standards and workload requirements
Lead platform lifecycle management including patching, upgrades, and automation to optimize cost and efficiency
Ensure operational stability and security of network devices and solutions, reducing incidents and improving resilience
Drive the development and adherence to security standards, controls, and best practices across all solutions
Collaborate with infrastructure, architecture, security, and operations teams to create scalable and resilient security solutions, including cloud enablement
Conduct research, evaluate new product releases, and incorporate features into product backlogs for continuous improvement
Oversee lifecycle management and total cost of ownership for security devices and solutions
Support escalation procedures and Level 3 support activities as needed
Mentor junior team members and influence platform and standards development
Technical Skills (By Category)
Network Security & Infrastructure:
Essential: Firewalls (Palo Alto, Checkpoint), Load Balancers (F5), IDS/IPS, Web Proxy solutions, Certificates, RAS, DNS
Preferred: Cloud security solutions, Next-Generation Firewall features, Web Application Firewalls (WAFs)
Automation & Scripting:
Essential: Ansible, Python, Chef for automation and configuration management
Virtualization & Cloud:
Essential: VMware, Docker, OpenShift, KVM, OpenStack
Preferred: Cloud-native security tools and services (Azure Security, AWS WAF, etc.)
Monitoring & Lifecycle Management:
Knowledge of OEM, third-party monitoring tools, and automation for deployment and maintenance
Protocols & Standards:
Knowledge of licensing, security controls, network segmentation, VPNs, encryption, and compliance standards
Experience Requirements
7-12 years of experience in enterprise network security, including designing and supporting large-scale security solutions in financial or large corporate environments
Proven expertise in deploying and managing NGFWs, load balancers, IDS/IPS, proxies, and associated solutions
Experience in automation, scripting, and cloud security integrations
Strong background in platform lifecycle management, cost optimization, and security architecture design
Day-to-Day Activities
Design, deploy, and support enterprise security solutions tailored for scalable and resilient network architecture
Conduct regular review, patching, and automation updates to ensure platform stability and security
Troubleshoot and resolve security incidents, performance issues, and outages efficiently
Collaborate with architecture and security teams on design reviews, standards enforcement, and project planning
Evaluate new product features, research emerging security threats, and update security controls accordingly
Mentor junior engineers and ensure adherence to best practices and security standards
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Networking, or related field
Certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, Palo Alto Networks certifications, Checkpoint certifications, or equivalent are highly desirable
Continuous learning in security technologies, cloud security, and network architecture
Professional Competencies
Strategic and innovative thinking with a security-first mindset
Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and stakeholders
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
Leadership qualities to mentor team members and lead complex projects
Adaptability to evolving technology landscapes and security threats
Effective time and priority management
SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.