Company Description
Come join us and make a difference in the world! Discover more at www.necsws.com
Job Description
Please note this role can be offered on a hybrid working basis. 50% must be worked from one of the below offices:
* Hartlepool
* Hemel Hempstead
* Bracknell
* Alderley Edge
Join our team for an exciting mission to provide high-quality, proactive support to a vibrant multi-client community. As a Security Operations Network Engineer, deliver best-in-class solutions, work with cutting-edge tech, and thrive in a customer-focused support team.
Responsibilities
* Safeguard network through meticulous security and vulnerability patch management.
* Investigate alerts, respond swiftly to incidents, and provide valuable recommendations.
* Perform proactive scanning, implement ITHC remediation, and join threat hunting missions.
* Collaborate with infrastructure teams, automate remediation, and analyze Cisco/Palo firewalls.
* Work across different locations and get involved in various business activities.
* Be flexible, cover out-of-hours work, and exceed expectations.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate with:
* Relevant experience in large network environments.
* Proficiency in Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto/Panorama technologies.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
* Adaptability and drive to progress customers in a fast-changing IT landscape.
* Security clearances (SC and NPPV) or ability to obtain them.
* Self-motivation, excellent communication, and client-facing skills.
* Full driving license and awareness of security practices.
Desirable
* Experience with Pulse Secure, Gemalto/Thales, and network automation.
Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package, including an above-average pension scheme. When you join NEC Software Solutions, you will receive:
* Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with options for family members)
* 25 days paid holiday, with buy/sell options
* 4x basic salary life assurance, with options to increase
* A Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to 8.5%
* Flexible benefits tailored to your needs
* Free access to LinkedIn Learning with over 15,000 courses
Other Information
* Must demonstrate right to work in the UK; documentary evidence required.
* Offers subject to vetting, references, and health checks.
* DBS check and other vetting may be required depending on the role.
NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all communities and are committed to accessibility and inclusion throughout the recruitment process.
Who We Are
Part of NEC Corporation, our software helps dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains moving, locate missing persons, and test hearing in newborns. With over 3,000 employees, we support public services worldwide, making a difference every day.
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