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Senior Network Services SpecialistLocation: St. Louis, Missouri 63114Local candidates only. Enterprise network security experience/system knowledge is most important. Network technologies (OSI Model) (TCP/IP, SMTP, SNMP, OSPF, etc.) Network services (DHCP, DNS, FTP, SSH, NAT, PAT, IPSec, QoS, VLANs, etc.) Network applications (VPN, firewall, etc.) Industry security certifications are helpful (Cisco or Palo Alto)Interview process: HR will do a quick phone interview then give feedback to the hiring manager. The hiring manager would do a face to face interview if they move to the next step, then a decisionPurposeMaintain a highly technical inter-network of computing systems that require 24x7 operation, focusing on security and wireless technologies.ResponsibilitiesDevelop standardized troubleshooting methodologies that consistently result in timely resolution of system issues.Plan, develop, and lead systems-related projects.Develop and maintain technical documentation and standards.Mentor and support junior members of staff.Plan hardware and software procurement, licensing, installation, configuration, and upgrades that require the acquisition of customer acceptance.Develop processes and procedures to ensure a stable computing environment.Client and evaluate new cost-effective technologies.Develop and maintain standardized data security protection procedures.Respond to critical Network Security incidents 24x7. Implement mitigation measures, coordinate and document incidents. Deploy, maintain and improve Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, traffic anomaly monitoring.Ability to understand the output of sniffers, tcpdump, equipment logs.RequirementsMinimum job requirementsMinimum of 3 years of network security experience required in a large enterprise architecture, engineering, and support environment.Two-year degree required: Technical training in IT related discipline or equivalent experience.Preferred job requirements4-5 years of enterprise network security experience preferred.Four-year degree with a major or minor in a computer science fieldIndustry security certifications (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Professional-Security)Experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (Client)Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesKnowledge of network technologies (OSI Model) (TCP/IP, SMTP, SNMP, OSPF, etc.)Knowledge of network services (DHCP, DNS, FTP, SSH, NAT, PAT, IPSec, QoS, VLANs, etc.)Knowledge of network applications (VPN, firewall, etc.)Knowledge of network physical layer (routers, switches, T1, DS3, and Ethernet)Knowledge of enterprise system management (system configuration, monitoring, and reporting)Knowledge of IPS/IDS best practicesKnowledge of redundant (High Availability) design methodologiesHands-on experience with Palo Alto and Cisco security solutionsSkillsProblem solving skillsProject management skillsTime management skillsOrganizational skillsOral and written communication skillsAbilitiesAbility to interpret and communicate complex technical information to othersAbility to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of the organizationAbility to work effectively in a limited supervised environmentAbility to research technical issues using various resourcesAbility to work in a team-based environmentWorking conditions: Traditional office environment. Ability to lift 50 pounds This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals occupying this position of employment. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skill required of all individuals assigned to this job title. Management reserves the right to modify all or part of this job description at its discretion in order to meet location requirements, staffing levels, and/or any other needs of the business. All of the essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or equivalent state law, may not have been described. All requests for reasonable accommodation(s) will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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