Gemological Institute of America

Sr. Network & InfoSec Ops. Engineer

Gemological Institute of America

Mumbai - Maharashtra, India

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Job Description

 

Sr. Network – InfoSec Ops. Engineer  will be responsible for executing support, enhancing the network & InfoSec framework, and growing team capability. 

This is a highly technical role that requires a solid understanding of Networking & InfoSec principals, how they are applied to a global enterprise and utilized for rapid incident response. 

 

Key success for this position requires in-depth understanding of global security best practices, good understanding of technologies such as next generation firewalls, Networking Devices, Advance threat protection, Intrusion detection / Prevention systems, Security tools architecture, Active Directory, Windows and Linux administration. 

 

This role will implement best practices, operational discipline and integrate appropriate changes as business needs require. This role is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic high performing team and to be in the forefront of innovative diamond grading technology.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

  • Configure, test, install, implement, evaluate and administrate local and wide area networks.
  • Install, configure and maintain network hardware, software and peripheral components including
    routers, switches, bridges, hubs, digital service unit/channel service unit, firewalls and other network equipment and software.
  • Monitor network performance and performs system-wide or network-wide audits.
  • Participate in the evaluation of network protocols, hardware and software to determine their applicability to network needs.
  • Provide technical direction to IT support staff as needed, acting as Level 2 & 3 support and liaison with vendors for problem resolution.
  • Lead Network & InfoSec initiatives in coordination with Global IT Team Members.
  • Managing and administering our endpoint and network security tools. Ensure that the tools are in best working condition as well up-to-date for lifecycle management.
  • Configure, test and maintain various elements of the physical and virtual network infrastructure,
    including route, switch, firewall, VPN, SAN and core (VMWare NSX micro segmentation, distributed routing; Cisco Nexus/FEX, ASA; Palo Alto Firewall, misc. WAP devices)
  • Collaborate with existing teams (InfoSec, dev-ops, enterprise support, etc.) to help inform and drive our hybrid cloud infrastructure design decisions and enable them to extend their capabilities into our cloud environments.
  • Periodic firewall rules review and assess risk on new firewall change requests submitted by the
    business.
  • Execute incident response process and procedures to remediate threats.
  • Review and remediate escalated incidents from our SOC team in a timely manner.


TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
 

  • Strong experience with complex networks, perimeter security management and routing.
  • Experience supporting Operational Support Systems (OSS) and/or Network Management Systems (NMS)
  • Solid understanding of networking (routing/switching/security) foundation, with an in-depth
    understanding of network protocols and applications with exposure to LAN & WAN environments.
  • Experience in implementing Wide Area Networks (MPLS & SD WAN)
  • Strong computer skills utilizing software such as Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., MS Word, Excel,
    PowerPoint; and e-mail.
  • Good understanding of cloud security (Azure, 0365, AWS, GCP, IBM Cloud) is desirable.
  • Endpoint Security Management (Administration, Deployment, Operations) for security tools.
  • Knowledge of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) management is a plus.
  • Proven understanding of AWS (or other Cloud providers) including VPC, ELB, IAM, KMS, EC2, Config, CloudTrail, CloudFormation, Lambda, and others.
  • Hands on experience of NextGen Firewalls administration and best practice.
  • Demonstrated competency in managing third party providers in IS operations.

 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
 

  • Bachelor’s degree in I.T, Engineering, or related Science and Math discipline with an Information system emphasis and/or equivalent experience.
  • 5 or more years’ experience working within an Enterprise Network & InfoSec environment.
  • Certification such as CCNA, CCNP, GWAP, AWS Solutions Architect, CISA or relevant industry recognized certification would be a big plus.

 

Interview Process

HR Round

Technical Rounds (Zoom/Google Meet)

In -person technical round with Hiring Manager

 

This role is 100% in office (Monday- Friday) with rotational support from Mumbai office.