Senior Network Security Engineer - Zscaler at Vanguard

Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Five years’ network technician experience
  • Previous experience with Palo Alto firewalls
  • Working understanding of code and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, Terraform)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
  • Strong analysis and problem solving skills
  • Strong project leadership skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior level network services including installing, configuring, and integrating Zscaler security technologies
  • Identify and validate project solutions, justify business need, and manage product procurement
  • Participate in advanced security policy decisions including firewall and SASE logic reviews to improve user experience and security posture
  • Identify and implement automation opportunities to increase productivity and maintain high quality deployments
  • Partner with vendors and internal partners to design and optimize security solution deployments
  • Provide advanced network analytics for complex issues elevated from Tier 2 support groups
  • Work closely with developers to implement reliable, manageable, and secure solutions that meet Vanguard standards and add client value
  • Identify performance issues, interpret trends (e.g., traces of network traffic), and implement improvements
  • Write documentation, including policies and procedures. Create diagrams, including solution designs
  • Add, update, and close records in the IT Problem Management and Change Management databases
  • Train and mentor staff including formal training sessions, one-on-one sessions, and recommending training vendors
  • Complete capacity planning activities, including monitoring and tracking capacity metrics. Initiate actions to prevent degradation caused by capacity issues
  • Thoroughly understand and comply with IT/security policies and procedures, especially those for quality and productivity standards that enable the team to meet established client service levels
  • Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Zscaler
Palo Alto firewalls
SASE
Python
Ansible
Terraform
network security
firewall
automation
network analytics
capacity planning

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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