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AscensionSenior Network Architect Security
Ascension is currently seeking a Senior Network Architect Security for a remote, full-time position. This role suits an experienced network professional capable of leading enterprise-wide security…
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Ascension is currently seeking a Senior Network Architect Security for a remote, full-time position. This role suits an experienced network professional capable of leading enterprise-wide security architecture, directing firewall ecosystems, and collaborating across departments to align technical strategies with organizational goals. The person in this position will take charge of designing and governing global network security standards, managing platform lifecycles for platforms like Palo Alto and Fortinet, and partnering with…
Job Description
Ascension is currently seeking a Senior Network Architect Security for a remote, full-time position. This role suits an experienced network professional capable of leading enterprise-wide security architecture, directing firewall ecosystems, and collaborating across departments to align technical strategies with organizational goals.
The person in this position will take charge of designing and governing global network security standards, managing platform lifecycles for platforms like Palo Alto and Fortinet, and partnering with cloud and business units.
Responsibilities
- Direct global and enterprise-wide network security architecture
- Establish and enforce security standards and industry best practices
- Manage the lifecycle and optimization of core firewall ecosystems including Palo Alto and Fortinet
- Oversee network access control deployments utilizing Cisco ISE and Aruba ClearPass
- Collaborate with cloud, infrastructure, and business teams to harmonize network security strategies
Requirements
- High School diploma equivalency with at least 5 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience, including 2 years in leadership or management OR an Associate's or Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience, including 2 years in leadership or management
- Minimum of 10 years of network engineering experience
- At least 5 years working as a network security architect specializing in Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet platforms, Cisco ISE, and Aruba ClearPass
- Technical expertise in firewall operations, policy segmentation, authentication protocols including 802.1X, RADIUS, and TACACS+, and IPSec or SSL VPN technologies
Qualifications
- CISSP certification
- CCIE Security certification
- Palo Alto PCNSE or PCNSC certifications
- Fortinet NSE 7 or NSE 8 certifications
Core Skills
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