Senior Network Security Engineer-(REMOTE)

Network Services - Security team has an exciting opportunity for a Network Security Engineer to join our team! Do you have fun working in a fast paced, highly rewarding environment delivering technology solutions to solve business challenges? Do you have the track record of learning, delivering, and building cross-functional relationships with a positive can-do attitude? Then the GEICO Network Services team is the perfect fit for you!

Qualified candidates must have prior experience with the Identity and Access control policy platform (Preferred CISCO ISE) the ability to plan, prioritize, execute, and manage large projects to deliver enterprise network security services. In addition, this role demands excellent project management skills, outstanding interpersonal skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills. In this position, you will play an essential role in protecting GEICO from security threats to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of GEICOs information and information systems.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and information systems.

• Design, test, and implement new or re-engineered network services - security applications and platform solutions.

• Provide daily support and perform maintenance tasks for security infrastructure components, including (but not limited to) Web Security Gateways (Zscaler, CISCO WSA), Network Access Control systems (ISE), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Firewall policy and rules implementation, etc.

• Work with members of other infrastructure and applications teams to implement, maintain and troubleshoot GEICOs security infrastructure systems

• Triage, analyze, and perform root cause analysis for security and network-related issues.

• Provide 24x7 after hours on-call support and support for off-hour implementations as needed.

• Publish documentation for runbooks, as-builts, and design references.

• Understand and promote network standards, reference architectures, and frameworks.

Qualifications
A successful candidate should have experience in several areas listed here and a willingness to learn areas they do not:

• 4+ years of network security or similar experience.

• 3+ years of experience with architecture and design

• Experience with utilizing open-source frameworks in an enterprise

• Understanding the current regulatory environment and related implications to security/audit compliance (SOX, PCI, etc.)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger group comprised of different technical and business areas.

• Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Understanding networking and network components, including subnets, DMZs, routers, switches, and firewalls.

• Awareness of the general cyber security threat landscape, including common vulnerabilities, exploits, social engineering, and malware.

• Experience in end-to-end problem determination/troubleshooting system issues, including root cause analysis.

• Familiarity with VB script, PowerShell, or other scripting languages

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of common application architectures and communications protocols

• Knowledge of cloud-based proxy and firewall (preferred Zscaler, and Imperva)

• Experience with platform performance, capacity, configuration, and fault management

• Experience in public Cloud infrastructure with preference to Microsoft Azure

Education:

• Bachelors level college degree or above in a Computer discipline (preferred)

Certifications:

• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or similar or willingness to complete within 6-8 months.

• Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP-Security) or willingness to complete within 18 months.

• Active CompTIA Security+ or willingness to complete within 6 months.

Benefits:

At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO's competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our* that includes:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Assistance including Direct Billing and Reimbursement payment plan options
• Paid Training, Licensures and Certificates

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire coverage to take effect.

GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.

Benefits:
As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
* Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
* Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
* 401(k) Plan
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Paid Training and Licensures
*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.