Network Admin
Chicago, IL
Cognizant Technology Solutions
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Required Skills:
In-depth knowledge of network security and security operations, including Cisco Router/Switch, load balancers, Palo Alto firewalls, Unified Threat Management firewalls, and IPS
Knowledge of networking, routing, and switching experience
Has in-depth knowledge of networking and security engineering, as well as technical approaches in design, build, testing, debugging problems as required
Experience with firewall configuration, implementation, and troubleshooting
Palo Alto firewalls hands-on, build, deploy, and management experience.
Experience in AWS cloud networking
Experience performing Enterprise/Datacenter firewall upgrades.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as a network & security subject matter expert by providing guidance on industry best practices and defense in-depth strategies for the security architecture of both cloud-based and on prem systems.
Assess and measure risk impact of a security deficiency and communicate the risk or risks to the required IT Cyber teams and stakeholders
Maintain, deploy, upgrade and troubleshoot network and security infrastructure solutions including, on-prem network connectivity, firewalls, load balancers, Site-to-Site and remote client VPN, Intrusion prevention and detection systems, etc.
Proactively identify issues and recommend configuration settings or supporting solutions to mitigate security deficiencies in the GMP network
Perform security approval of firewall and network changes of on prem and cloud-based systems
Work with the respective functional teams and stakeholders to resolve security related configuration issues
Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to implement consistent technical solutions and support processes
Assist with on-call support as needed.
***Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to leverage the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.**Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S.
immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1
B visa) for this opportunity.
Employee Status : Full Time Employee
Shift : Day Job
Travel : No
Job Posting : May 30 2023
About Cognizant
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