Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EPAM Systems is seeking a Senior Network Security Consultant to design and implement secure, automated network infrastructure capabilities aligned with business and IT goals. The role focuses on secure network architecture, zero trust access controls, security assessments, enterprise network troubleshooting, incident response, and collaboration on IAM and NAC solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure network architectures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption technologies
- Implement ZTNA-aligned security policies through discovery-led access analysis to strengthen zero trust network access controls
- Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards, and assist in audit processes as needed
- Conduct regular security assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, to identify and remediate potential security risks
- Support and troubleshoot enterprise networking technologies, including routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting, WAN connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and network segmentation
- Adhere to enterprise governance, review processes, and established project implementation frameworks to deliver project goals and deliverables in a structured and consistent manner
- Follow enterprise ITSM and CMDB processes to maintain accurate documentation and structured service management
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies and network access control (NAC) solutions
- Stay abreast of the latest security threats, industry trends, and best practices to proactively enhance the organization's network security posture
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in network security, with a strong understanding of network security fundamentals, encryption technologies, and secure network design principles
- Proficiency in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls, including Cisco and Palo Alto Networks platforms, with experience in security policies, NAT, routing, VPNs, and operational support
- Experience with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Internet Access (ZIA), including administration, policy management, troubleshooting, and secure access enablement
- Strong networking experience, including TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching, VLANs, subnetting, network troubleshooting, and a solid understanding of enterprise LAN/WAN environments
- Experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM tools, log analysis, traffic flow discovery, and security incident response
- Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Excellent English communication skills (B2 level or higher)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert in Security certification demonstrating advanced network security expertise
- Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator certification for advanced Zscaler platform administration
- Zscaler Zero Trust Certified Associate certification validating zero trust architecture knowledge
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate or Professional certification for security operations expertise
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) certification
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification
- Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) certification
- Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) certification
- A recognized network security certification, such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
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