VMware NSX with ATP

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced VMware NSX with Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, and management of our VMware NSX environment with a strong focus on leveraging its advanced security capabilities, particularly ATP, to protect our virtualized infrastructure and critical assets from sophisticated threats. You will work closely with our security and network teams to ensure a robust and resilient security posture within our software-defined data center.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement VMware NSX solutions, including logical switching, routing, micro-segmentation, and security policies.
• Architect and deploy VMware NSX Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) components, including Distributed IDS/IPS, Network Sandboxing, and Network Traffic Analysis (NTA).
• Configure and manage NSX Distributed Firewall (DFW) and Gateway Firewall rules to enforce granular security policies.
• Develop and implement micro-segmentation strategies to limit the lateral movement of threats within the virtual environment.
• Utilize NSX ATP features to detect and prevent known and zero-day threats, including advanced malware and anomalous network behavior.
• Analyze security alerts and events generated by NSX ATP to identify potential security incidents and provide timely remediation.
• Integrate NSX ATP with other security tools and platforms, such as SIEM solutions, for comprehensive threat monitoring and incident response.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to NSX design, configuration, and security policies.
• Perform regular health checks and performance monitoring of the NSX environment and ATP components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to NSX functionality and security.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest VMware NSX and security trends, best practices, and emerging threats.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure the secure and efficient operation of our virtualized infrastructure.
• Participate in security audits and compliance initiatives related to the NSX environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing VMware NSX environments.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with VMware NSX Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) features and functionalities.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF), and security principles.
• Experience with configuring and managing distributed firewalls and gateway firewalls.
• Familiarity with micro-segmentation strategies and implementation.
• Experience with analyzing security logs and events to identify potential threats.
• Knowledge of security best practices and frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• VMware certifications such as VCP-NV or VCAP-NV are highly preferred