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We are actively seeking a Consulting Network Security Architect with world class depth of expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization. This pivotal role involves integrating our client's firewall infrastructure with the newly acquired Illumio Zero Trust Micro-segmentation solution. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in Palo Alto Firewall technologies (strongly preferred) or Public Cloud Service Providers, coupled with deep experience and understanding of firewall rule set structures and functions, along with the data they produce.

We are actively seeking a Consulting Network Security Architect with world class depth of expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization. This pivotal role involves integrating our client's firewall infrastructure with the newly acquired Illumio Zero Trust Micro-segmentation solution. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in Palo Alto Firewall technologies (strongly preferred) or Public Cloud Service Providers, coupled with deep experience and understanding of firewall rule set structures and functions, along with the data they produce.

Key responsibilities:

• Key contributor to the implementation of Illumio Zero Trust Micro-segmentation solutions and integration with existing firewall technologies, leveraging a comprehensive understanding of firewall functionalities and limitations.
• Drive “big picture thinking” regarding the network security posture of the organization, not fixated on the idea that firewalls alone provide sufficient protection against malicious or irregular activities.
• Serve as the primary interface between firewalls and zero trust micro-segmentation solutions, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced security posture.
• Utilize SQL skills to interact with and derive insights from related datasets, driving data-driven security decisions.
• Provide expert guidance on the intricacies of firewall architectures, rulesets, and log data interpretation to the integration project team.
• Push the boundaries of knowledge in pursuit of a deeper understanding of network security models and their practical implications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years as a Network Security Architect/Engineer, with a specialized focus on Illumio, Palo Alto or other microsegmentation technologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in firewall functionalities, rule sets, log data analysis, and optimization.
• Proven track record of successful integration projects involving firewall infrastructure and security solutions.
• In-depth understanding of the interface between firewalls and zero trust / micro-segmentation solutions.
• Experience with Illumio solutions
• Proficiency in SQL for data interaction and analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Illumio, Public Cloud, or Palo Alto Networks networking technologies.
• Advanced understanding of the limitations of network security models within AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Previous experience in data mining and analytics.
• Proficiency in SQL for data interaction and analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of large public cloud providers, particularly AWS, GCP, or Azure, and their network security models.
• Strong aptitude for data mining and analytics techniques.
• Familiarity with infrastructure provisioning tools such as Terraform.
• Understanding of version control systems like GitHub.

Salary Range: $123,000.00 to $215,250.00 annually + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .

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We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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