Network Security Architect - Hybrid - Long term contract - Harrisburg, PA. - B3991B

Our direct client is looking for a Network Security Architect for a Hybrid Long term contract in Harrisburg, PA.

NOTE:
- Contractor must live in PA
- Hybrid--2 days in the office, 3 days telework per week, may be adjusted according to the manager's direction and operational needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
- This role will be responsible for designing and optimizing secure, scalable, and resilient network solutions across enterprise environments.
- The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation, vendor-specific knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design and architect secure network infrastructures aligned with business and security requirements.
- Evaluate and implement firewall technologies, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure communication protocols.
- Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and threat modeling to inform architectural decisions.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of network and security solutions.
- Lead incident response architecture and contribute to post-incident reviews and improvements.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on vendor-specific technologies and best practices.
- Document architecture designs, standards, and procedures for internal and external stakeholders.

Required Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnetting).
- Expertise in firewall technologies (stateful inspection, next-gen firewalls, Layer 7 filtering).
- Proficiency in security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS).
- Experience with network monitoring tools (Wireshark, network analyzers).
- Hands-on knowledge of IDS/IPS systems.
- Proficiency with command line interfaces and scripting.
- Familiarity with log analysis and SIEM tools.

Security Knowledge:
- Solid grasp of cybersecurity principles and frameworks.
- Understanding of threat intelligence, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- Experience in risk assessment and vulnerability management.
- Knowledge of incident response procedures and lifecycle.

SKILLS MATRIX:
- Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnetting) - Required
- Firewall technologies and architectures (stateful inspection, next-generation firewalls, L7 filtering) - Required
- Security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS) - Required
- Network monitoring and analysis tools (Wireshark, network analyzers) - Required
- Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) - Required
- Command line interface proficiency - Required
- Log analysis and SIEM tools - Required
- Vendor-Specific Knowledge: Palo Alto, Check Point, VMware NSX-T, Zscaler - Required

Question 1: This role is hybrid--2 days in the office, 3 days telework per week, may be adjusted according to the manager's direction and operational needs. Is your candidate aware/agreeing to this?

Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite/week), Harrisburg, PA
Type: Long term contract

Please send resume to "jobs at etechnovision dot com" with B3991B in Subject for immediate consideration.