Principal Network Security Engineer at Northern Trust

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience with network security solutions in a global enterprise-scale organization (5,000-50,000 users) with traditional datacenters and Cloud
Considerable first-hand experience in design engineering and building resilient and scalable security solutions, ideally in finance or investment banking
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, global financial services business models, regional compliance standards, relevant local regulations, and applicable laws
Understanding of risk and compliance concepts and how to translate them into effective security solutions
Appreciation of automation and orchestration with experience scripting against an API
Strong understanding of Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4-7 network and security technologies
Familiarity with a variety of testing tools, networking technologies, and techniques to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems associated with service, application, network hardware, and software
Expert knowledge and experience in several relevant technical skills (as detailed in the job description)

Responsibilities

Defining and documenting Network Security Standards
Creating Low Level Design documents to meet requirements outlined in the High Level Design
Creating detailed Implementation Plans for all engineering-related activity
Handling procurement activities relating to build and delivery of new services (projects)
Ensuring smooth Transition/Handover to Operations in line with agreed Operational Acceptance Process
Managing Technical Lifecycle Management for all Network & Communications services
Supporting Architecture in creation and upkeep of a Delivery Roadmap for Network Security
Supporting Architecture in scoping activities required to produce the High Level Design
Supporting Architecture in undertaking Proof of Concept activities
Ensuring skillsets are relevant and up to date to deliver change and provide high-level support
Providing escalation support to Operations with complex troubleshooting of Major Incidents as required
Providing on-call escalation support (rota basis) and working extended hours when required
Leading a small team of high-performing engineers and delivering change/transformation against created designs

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Network SecuritySecurity StandardsLow Level DesignHigh Level DesignImplementation PlanningTroubleshootingTeam LeadershipProject ManagementNetwork Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Principal Network Security Engineer role?

A minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience with network security solutions in a global enterprise-scale organization is required.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include defining and documenting Network Security Standards, creating Low Level Design documents and Implementation Plans, managing technical lifecycle of products, leading a small team of engineers, and providing escalation support to Operations.

Is this a leadership role, and what team aspects are involved?

Yes, it is a technical team lead role where you will lead a small team of high-performing engineers and ensure skillsets are relevant and up to date.

What is the reporting structure for this position?

The role reports to the Director of Network Application Engineering.

Is there on-call duty required for this role?

Yes, the position requires providing on-call escalation support on a rota basis and working extended hours when required.