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 Job Summary
A NetSecOps Engineer at Equinix is tasked with designing, implementing, and managing network security solutions to safeguard the infrastructure from cyber threats while ensuring optimal performance. Key duties include reviewing firewall rules, managing firewalls and load balancing for various services, overseeing enterprise security infrastructure, monitoring network traffic for anomalies, responding to security incidents, conducting vulnerability assessments, and collaborating with IT teams to uphold network security. 

Responsibilities

Security Architecture​

• Fields, receives and reviews security architecture requests from internal customers​

• Assists in reviewing and assessing adherence of new security architectures & change requests to guidelines and rejecting ifsaid architectures & change requests do not meet requirements​

• Researches security best practices for firewalls & network topologies​

• Reports and makes recommendations to senior members of the architecture team for policy revisions, changes and additions​​

Security Engineering​

• Executes proofs of concepts that improve efficiencies or user experience for end-users​

• Delivers fully functional solutions that leverage existing infrastructure optimally​

• Responsible for anticipating technical roadblocks and escalating issues​

• Responsible for managing all technical aspects of implementation​

Security Operations​

• Operates and troubleshoots next-generation firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention (IDS/IPS) systems​​

Security Incident Response​

• Investigates, researches and analyzes security incidents as they are escalated or reported​

Leadership Characteristics

• Is a transformational leader who excels at driving bold and meaningful operational efficiencies that enable security at scale​

• Leads with a global mindset, across cultures, in a highly matrixed, relationship and consensus-driven environment​

• Provides accurate technical leadership in collaborative work, that elevates the outcome of team to highest levels

Qualifications

• 5 years progressive experience in network security and firewall management.​

• Bachelor's degree in Systems, Computer Science, Business or InformationManagement or equivalent experience​

• In-depth knowledge of configuring and managing Palo Alto Networksfirewalls, including setting up security policies, network traffic rules, andvarious configurations​

• Familiarity with the Palo Alto Web Interface and CLI for firewall management

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential ​

• Excellent communication skills and cross-functional organizational ability toinfluence others​

• Ability to stay up to date with the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, andcorresponding mitigations related to network security

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 103,000 - 155,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 85,000 - 127,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.