Information Security Analyst

Job Title: Information Security Analyst
Job Location: Richmond, VA / Cayce SC -- hybrid
Job Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of extension)
 
Job Description:
The client is seeking an experienced Network Firewall Administrator for implementation, maintenance, and operational support of a large enterprise network.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues in production environments.
• Perform maintenance, upgrades, and changes on production firewalls.
• Troubleshoot and remediate issues related to network infrastructure and systems.
• Perform project-related tasks in a timely manner with high level of quality.
• Follow documented processes, procedures, and policies.
• Create and modify process documentation for team’s processes and procedures, as necessary.
• Collaborate daily with multiple end users, teammates, and leadership.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation with other team members.
• Other firewall-related duties as assigned/needed.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills, including log and packet capture analysis.
• Experience managing firewalls across a large enterprise, including remote deployments.
• Demonstrated ability to complete a wide range of strategic infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with groups inside and outside the company.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven consistency, commitment, and excellence in customer service abilities.
• Motivation and ability to self-manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Strict adherence to change management policy and procedure.
• Understanding of current cyber security best practices.


• What are the top (at least 3 if possible) “must have” skill sets (technical/functional) which are required?
1. 5+ years Firewall Management Experience
2. Good understanding of complex Palo Alto firewall deployments (VSYSes, Multi-VR, VM deployments)
3. Experience scripting changes in firewall and/or networking equipment

• What are the top “nice to have” skill sets?
1. Automation knowledge/experience
2. Compliance knowledge/experience
3. Agile methodology knowledge/experience

• What soft skill requirements do you have (team fit and personality requirements)?
1. Good communication skills
2. Critical thinking
3. Independence

• What education and certifications/licensures are required?
1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent job experience

• Are there any specific companies/industries or ideal background you’d like to see in the candidate’s experience?
1. Resources with work in backgrounds associated with compliance (e.g., utilities, healthcare, government) would be ideal, but not required