Principal Network Security Architect

Our client is a large NSW government statutory department. They are undertaking a $1.4 billion public safety radio network build and providing guidance across a range of other networks 
 
The Principal Network Security Architect will play a key role within the within the highly technical and collaborative Cyber Security Networks team
 
Responsibilities:

• Complete the detailed design & implementation of a Cisco switched EVPN-VXLAN fabric between 2 data centres
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to deliver on agreed commitments and standards
• Migration of critical applications from the legacy network to Cisco EVPN-VXLAN fabric
• Provide an operational escalation to the NOC and the Security operations team
• Provide support during and post cutover.
• Ensure all projects comply with cyber security best practices and meet relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Manage stakeholder relationships
• Ensure solutions cater for the business requirements.
• Act as the Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) within project teams - providing guidance and expertise
• Develop and implement network security policies and controls to safeguard availability, integrity and confidentiality.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in the design and implementation of secure, resilient, and scalable networks to support critical infrastructure and applications
• Key technology exposure includes routing, switching, Cisco switched EVPN-VXLAN fabric, Next Generation firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC), Public Cloud and Application Delivery Controllers (ADC).
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills,
• Experience providing design and as-built documentation along with up-to-date network diagrams
• Outstanding ability to troubleshoot and manage incidents relating to the migration.
• Experience in developing technology roadmaps that align with organisational goals
• An ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge on ICT, cyber security and cyber risk trends and hold relevant industry certifications.
• Must have, or be able to attain a baseline security clearance (Australian citizenship essential)

Consultant: Colin Massey

Keywords: Network Security, Architect, Cyber Security, switching, routing, telecommunications, Cisco switched EVPN-VXLAN fabric, Next Generation firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC), Public Cloud, Application Delivery Controllers (ADC), NOC, security operations, SOC, migrationAt AAR Consulting Group we embrace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. We encourage and support applications from people with a disability.
  
Please reach out to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process via [email protected] or [02 9114 8300](tel:02 9114 8300)