Network Security Technical Project Manager

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Network Security Technical Project Manager.

Job Description:

Job Title: Network Security Technical Project Manager

Job Type: Fulltime                                                           

Job Location: Dublin, CA

Work Schedule: Onsite

Pay Rate: $160k, Based on experience

Description:

We are looking for a strong Network Security Technical Project Manager in the network security team. 

Duties:    

• Research, evaluate, develop, and implement Network Security designs and standards following industry best practices.
• Strong Project management skills combined with are technical knowledge and experience and be able to work with engineering. 
• Understand business objectives, supporting systems and processes across the key business areas, align technical solutions with the company business needs, and ensure solution compatibility with company environment.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships in cross-organizational structure to help align technical goals and vision and implement Enterprise Security solutions.
• Lead, develop and mentor junior team members, provide technical expertise and assistance to other IT, Business groups and Operations team.
• Leverage technical and domain knowledge to earn a reputation of trusted advisor, influence new thinking and roadmap, provide long-term technology strategies and architecture, and propose technology solutions in addressing business needs.
• Operate the production environment toolsets and services
• Work on presentation and be able to present to senior leadership 
• Work with vendors to plan and deploy solutions, resolve issues, and implement enhancements
• Demonstrate strong meeting facilitation, spoken and written communication skills, lead productive discussions, and drive consensus working with technical, and business stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Must have strong Project Management experience and be a me to drive projects. Manager project timelines and budget. Will be working with Delivery manager to support smooth execution of projects. 
• In-depth knowledge of security technologies such as Palo Alto on-prem and cloud NextGen firewalls and IPS, email security like Proofpoint, WebProxy URL/ Content Filtering and DLP solutions like Forcepoint, Firewall auditing solutions like Skybox, Web Application Firewall like Citrix NetScaler, Network Authentication like Fortinet, and Advanced Network Threat Protection,  SASE, ZTNA (zero trust network access.
• Strong knowledge of current information security space with general understanding of current security threats, techniques, and landscape, as well as a dedicated and self-driven desire to research current information on the security landscape
• At least 12 years of Information Security architecture, project, and engineering experience and at least 10 years with a large organization
• Conceptual and practical understanding of SDLC, IT Infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services. This should include knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, databases, encryption, and other technologies.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Understanding of fundamental networking protocols & concepts: TCP Handshake, IP subnets, VLANs, ARP, DNS, UDP, static routing.
• Preferred experience with security solutions automation and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and JavaScript.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
• Senior level technical certification or equivalent (CISSP, CCSP, MCSA) with demonstrated relevant experience
• Able to provide leadership, guidance, influence, and training to others
• Able to work independently and creatively problem solve complex technical problems
• Able to provide accurate timeline and cost estimates necessary to complete potential projects, develop project milestones and implementation plans
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and to work in a group setting as well as independently
• Excellent attention and orientation toward meticulous work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

About Maxonic:

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?                    

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Surya Prakash (/) for more details.