IT Security Specialist

Genesis10 is currently seeking an IT Security Specialist with our client in the financial industry located in Charlotte, NC. This is a 12 + month contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Design, engineer, and implement firewall service requests aligned to the delivery of infrastructure services
• Assist in translating business requirements into technical designs for deployment in compliance with architecture standards and policies to ensure successful implementation into production
• Add, modify, delete Firewall rules, NAT rules and Object groups

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience working in Network Services
• Industry Certification in Cisco CCNA, CCNP, and CCIE or equivalent experience
• Industry Certifications in Fortinet NSE (1-8), Checkpoint CCTA, CCTE, CCSA, CCSE or equivalent experience
• Skills in scripting; Python, Ansible, PowerShell
• Automation Skills Expect, Rancid, REST/SOAP
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Experience in Networking-related disciplines within a design, implementation, or operations role
• Relevant Industry certifications in Network Technologies
• Experience of working within Financial services (Insurance, Banking, Investment banking)
• Experience with other network technologies
• Splunk, ECSL, WAN, MAN, LAN, Optical, Routing, Switching, Proxy/Threat Prevention, DDI, Load Balancing, and AAA
• Experience with Network Technologies
• Firewall (Fortinet and Checkpoint)
• Able to analyze and understand a variety of existing, and emerging, business/technical requirements
• Self-starter, self-directed and shows initiative
• Is accountable and can hold others accountable (professionally)
• Organized and detail oriented
• Strong technical acumen
• Strong analytical skills
• Understanding of network-based technologies and protocols
• Demonstrated competency (or capability to be successful) in the ability to translate business requirements into business solutions and successfully position with customers
• Able to manage short and long-term engagements with multiple project tracks and teams
• Able to interact with clients at all levels with capacity to manage and set client expectations
• Firm understanding of IT Service Management processes and project management (i.e., ITIL and Agile)
• Able to manage client escalations and negotiate resolution

Pay Range: $67.36 - $75.36

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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