Network Security Engineer II

Network Security Engineer II provides deployment, configuration, administration, and operational support for network security resources in an onsite Houston role.

Responsibilities

• Support the research, installation, configuration, implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of security systems and services
• Help implement controls and procedures that protect information systems from unauthorized or accidental modification, disclosure, or destruction (under Team Leads or Management guidance)
• Deliver unassisted support to application owners, project managers, vendors, and end-users
• Work across teams to complete project tasks across multiple project levels
• Own project timelines by meeting and setting schedule targets
• Recommend technical standards
• Participate in designing and planning advanced security systems or services
• Provide guidance and mentoring to Security Analyst(s)
• Research and recommend acquisition of new security tools and technology
• Cover a rotating 7x24 on-call support shift, rotated weekly among the Information Security Cyber Operations team
• Ensure safe care to patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service within budgetary specifications
• Support professional growth by meeting mandatory/continuing education requirements and maintaining skills competency; act as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff
• Model Memorial Hermann service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred)
• Entry-level networking and security certification such as PCNSA, CCENT, Network, Security, or equivalent (preferred)
• 3 to 6 years of experience configuring network devices such as switch, router, access point, or firewall
• 3 to 6 years of experience creating detailed topology diagrams and technical documentation
• 3 to 6 years of experience troubleshooting connectivity issues
• Ability to perform networking tasks independently
• Strong understanding of the OSI model
• Strong knowledge of well-known ports
• Familiarity with Active Directory Users and Groups
• Experience using packet analysis tools such as Wireshark
• Familiarity with common malware, cyber-attacks, and types of attackers
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for successful teamwork

Technologies

• Wireshark
• Active Directory Users and Groups

Job Summary

• Experienced network security engineer responsible for the deployment, configuration, and administration of network security resources
• Documents and illustrates network topology diagrams
• Supports physical installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of related equipment and services
• Collaborates with network engineering, desktop services, client administration, application owners, project managers, vendors, and end-users to provide support and administrative services
• Reports to the Manager, Network Security

Location: Houston, TX (onsite)

Experience: 3 years minimum