Network Security Lead

JOB PURPOSE:

Supervises a team of Network Security Administrators in designing, monitoring, supporting and maintaining our network security infrastructure, specializing in FortiGate firewalls, network switches, patch management, endpoint protection management, and VPN management. He will actively lead the deployment of projects, provide expertise in network security, serve as a knowledge resource for the IT team, coordinate with third-party vendors for external support, assist the network team in case of escalation of tickets, and actively participate in penetration testing of our infrastructure.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Design and Maintain the Network from conception through implementation, including large-scale routing protocol upgrades and network migrations

Oversees all network changes , Analyzes the network status and measures & evaluates network performance and propose optimization.

Analyzes the Network security status (firewalls, intrusion detection, incident response and escalation, security policy articulation and compliance checking).

Develops, implements security protocols , and ensures compliance with security management process.

Participates in IT quality programs, IT board updates, and IT improvement plans.

Patch Management: Develop and execute patch management strategies. Supervise the Monitoring and application of security patches to network devices and systems. Stay informed about the latest security vulnerabilities and patches.

Endpoint Protection Management: Design, Implement and manage endpoint security solutions. Supervise the Monitoring and and respond to endpoint security alerts. Conduct regular endpoint security assessments.

VPN: Implement and maintain VPN solutions. Supervise Troubleshooting and resolution of VPN connectivity issues. Collaborate with users to provide VPN support and guidance.

Security Policy Enforcement: Enforce and enhance security policies across the network. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with security standards, and supervise the Conduction of security awareness training for IT team members

Projects: Lead the deployment of projects related to Network Infrastructure and Security in collaboration with the IT Operations team . Provide expertise in network security to ensure project success.

Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with third-party vendors to ensure external support for network security. Manage relationships with vendors, ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective communication.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor degree in Computer Applications or Computer Engineering with minimum of 10 years’ experience in network and system administration and systems security.
• Preferably CCNA or CCNP certified.
• Advanced trouble shooting skills with minimum support from external vendors.
• Proven In-depth knowledge of network management/tooling principles.
• In-depth knowledge of information security systems.
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills.