Network Security Engineer I
Description For Network Security Engineer I
Rackspace is seeking a Network Security Engineer I to join their Private Cloud Delivery team in Gurgaon, India. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work with a leading managed cloud services provider, focusing on network security implementation and management.
The position requires a professional with 2-4 years of experience in network security, combining technical expertise with customer service excellence. You'll be responsible for implementing and managing various security solutions, including firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs, while working with cutting-edge technologies from vendors like Cisco, Palo Alto, and F5.
As a Network Security Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the security infrastructure, troubleshooting complex network issues, and providing fanatical support to customers. The role offers opportunities to work with advanced network platforms and security tools, making it perfect for someone passionate about network security and customer service.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in network protocols, firewall management, and security implementations, complemented by excellent communication abilities and problem-solving skills. You'll be working in a hybrid environment with a team of skilled professionals, having the opportunity to lead in the absence of immediate management.
This role is perfect for someone looking to advance their career in network security while working with enterprise-level clients and technologies. The position offers the chance to work with a diverse range of security tools and platforms, providing excellent exposure to various aspects of network security implementation and management.
Responsibilities For Network Security Engineer I
- Provide support to project managers on security/network deployments
- Document planned and unplanned network events in tracking systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve network events
- Implementation of Gateway, Edge firewall and Load Balancers
- Lead the Netsec team in the absence of immediate manager
- Take ownership of customer requests and issues through resolution
- Participate and provide input to Root Cause Analysis
- Act as primary interface for clients on basic to intermediate projects
- Create and maintain fanatical support experience for customers
Requirements For Network Security Engineer I
- 2-4 years of recent network security experience with hands-on expertise in CLI and GUI mode
- Experience with network platforms (Cisco, ASR, Nexus, Arista)
- Knowledge of Layer 2 and 3 protocols (STP, HSRP, VLANs, OSPF, BGP)
- Experience with Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Firepower, Juniper)
- Understanding of network packet analysis and monitoring tools
- Knowledge of VPNs implementation and management
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix OS
- CCNP or CCNA Security certifications desired
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work weekends and holidays as required
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
