Network Security Engineer

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.

 

Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

 

Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents. 

 

We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL

 

Role Description:

We are actively hiring a Network Security Engineer to join a long-term government project in Annapolis, MD. This is a 5-year contract role for a skilled security professional with extensive experience in Palo Alto, Cisco security technologies, and cloud-based networking. Ideal candidates must hold active industry certifications and demonstrate deep knowledge of enterprise network security.

 

You’ll be responsible for (Responsibilities):

 

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in IT-related field (Minimum)
• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field (Preferred)

Active Certifications Required:

• PCNSE (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer)
• CCNP (Enterprise or Security)
• PCCSE (Prisma Certified Cloud Security Engineer)
• CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Security)

Experience Required:

• 10+ years of experience in IT networking and network security
• 5+ years with Palo Alto Networks (NGFW, IDS/IPS, VPN, DLP, TLS/SSL Inspection)
• 4+ years in Cisco switching, routing, and wireless
• 3+ years with A10 load balancing and reverse proxy
• 2+ years with Network Access Control: Cisco ISE, FreeRadius, ACLs

Nice to Have Skills:

• Multifactor authentication (Microsoft)
• Cloud security (AWS, Azure)
• Authentication standards (802.1x)
• Routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP
• PKI and certificate management
• Experience with Nessus, NMAP, Wireshark
• Panorama and SolarWinds centralized management
• Windows/Linux/Unix OS troubleshooting

IMPORTANT:
All candidates must be able to submit proof of degrees and active certifications. Local candidates are strongly preferred due to onsite or hybrid work expectations.

 

You’ll have (Qualification & Experience):

•  Bachelor's Degree in related field is required. 

 

Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes; we’d still love to hear from you. 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.

Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. 

 

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Our Perks and Benefits: 

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones. 

As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.

 

We also offer:

1. Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
2. 401K Plan
3. Life Insurance, STD & LTD
4. Paid Vacations & Holidays
5. Paid Parental Leave
6. FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
7. Learning & Development