Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to serve as a hands-on technical leader, overseeing network activities across the organization. In this role, you will define, architect, and implement end-to-end network infrastructure and automation capabilities while mentoring engineers and shaping the long-term network strategy.
Responsibilities
- Lead and orchestrate network activities across the organization, including owning documentation standards, approving BoMs, and driving solution design
- Architect and implement secure, enterprise-scale network solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption technologies
- Define and oversee regular security assessments, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, to identify, prioritize, and remediate potential security risks
- Establish monitoring and response frameworks using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, and lead security incident response efforts
- Partner with cross-functional teams to define, develop, and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies and network access control (NAC) solutions
- Shape and evolve enterprise governance and review processes to ensure successful delivery of project goals and deliverables
- Champion and continuously improve enterprise ITSM and CMDB processes
- Serve as the key technical liaison to business customers, translating complex technical solutions and programme activities for non-technical audiences
- Ensure organizational compliance with relevant security regulations and standards and lead audit engagements as needed
- Drive the organization's network security roadmap by staying ahead of emerging security threats, industry trends, and best practices
- Mentor and coach senior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the team
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in network security, with deep expertise in network security fundamentals, encryption technologies, and secure network design principles
- Proven experience leading network initiatives and technical teams in enterprise environments (1+ years)
- Advanced expertise in Palo Alto, Zscaler, and zero trust architectures
- Deep proficiency in Zscaler Private Access and Zscaler Internet Access, including design and rollout at scale
- Mastery in architecting, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls such as Cisco and Palo Alto
- Extensive background in intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM tools, and leading security incident response
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence and communicate effectively with executive and diverse stakeholder audiences
- Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and drive technical excellence across teams
- Flexibility to work occasional weekends as required
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) in Security, or Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional
- Zscaler Digital Transformation Architect, or Zscaler Zero Trust Certified Associate/Professional
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
- Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) or Master (CCSM)
- Advanced security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or SABSA
- Experience presenting at industry events or contributing to technical communities
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
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