Senior Network Security Engineer

Location: Montreal

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Overview
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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & Dev Ops, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our Fin Labs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.

Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

This position will support the implementation and administration of network security hardware and software, enforcing network security policy. This will include troubleshooting incidents, collaborating with the Security Operations Center, providing escalation support for Level 2 Operations, and providing problem resolution. Support of Firewalls in AWS/Azure cloud and in physical datacenters, Remote Access, and the advancement of security capabilities and concepts are the main focus areas

The Role:

Senior Network Security Engineer
Responsibilities

Support the refinement of operational procedures.

Adhere to information security policies.

Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.

Analyze and upgrade network security; integrate new security technologies.

Manage daily operational tasks, including firewall requests and incident responses.

Design and implement remote access solutions like IPSec and SSL VPNs.

Offer security advice and contribute to infrastructure decisions, ensuring compliance with security standards.

Knowledgeable in firewall management (e.g., Palo Alto), network routing/switching, and advanced layer 7 firewall features.

Regularly evaluate security measures and advocate for progressive global security initiatives.

Requirements
You are

7 years experience in directly related work experience in network security administration engineering architecture.

Development experience working with APIs to automate essential firewall tasks using languages such as Python to improve efficiency of day-to-day tasks

Strong knowledge of network security, Palo Alto firewalls, intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, encryption technologies, and networking protocols including SMTP, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, and SNMP.

Significant experience building, implementing, and administering Palo Alto firewalls both physical and virtual

Prior experience implementing complex network security concepts and technologies using (but not limited to):

Palo Alto Networks Security Certifications (PCNSA/PCNSE)

Remote Access VPN solutions (e.g. Prisma Access)

SDN technology – Cisco ACI, Silver Peak

Guardicore Security Certifications (GCSA/GCSE)

AWS / Azure Cloud Certifications

Splunk

Experience building and supporting various Palo Alto solutions such as Global Protect, Wildfire, Expedition, etc.

Experience and deep knowledge of Palo Alto Next Gen features and concepts such as UserID, AppID, Content

ID, and HIPs.

We can offer you

A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad

15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days)

A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability

Flexible hybrid policy to fit your schedule

RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%

Diversity &…