Virtualization and Networking Security Architect

Job description

Job Summary:

The primary objectives of the Virtualization and Networking Security Architect / Engineer

• Perform design, deployment and maintenance tasks of the production environment used for client-delivery of cyber security services

• Ability to quickly explore, examine, and understand complex problems and how they relate to the team needs

• Document design and implementation steps performed and contribute significantly to the overall team well-being improving operational effectiveness and reliability of the production environment

• Provide operating system, networking, virtualization hardening recommendations and implement them

Essential requirements:

• Knowledge of command-line and scripting languages (Bash, Powershell, vSphere CLI)

• Knowledge of x86 architectures

• Knowledge of operating systems architectures, configuration and security implications (Windows and Unix-based)

• In-depth knowledge of VMWare

• Knowledge of computer hardware, networking hardware, datacenter hardware and virtualization concepts

• Analytical, problem solving skills (troubleshooting) and personal drive to deliver long term projects from initial paper-based requirements to final deployment and maintenance

• Pedantic approach to configuration, documentation, upgrade (patch management / change management mindset)

• Communication skills (ability to give technical demonstrations and convince others for a good cause)

• Ability to perform datacenter upgrades and network design changes requiring detailed and careful transition planning

• Personal interest in security

• Precision and attention to detail, willingness to learn

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Nice to have skills:

• Programming basics (Perl / Python)

• Certification around any platform mentioned (Microsoft Windows, Unix-based systems, VMWare, Cisco)

• Experience with monitoring solutions and IDS/IPS/HIDS/HIPS solutions including deployment and configuration and hardening

• Experience working in a large enterprise and with a geographically spread team

• B1 driving license