NSATU Cyber Boundary Protection Level 3 Support

The role

This person will provide 3rd level technical support for NSATU NATO CIS Services and architecture. They will perform fault diagnosis, firewall maintenance, and security policy management.

What you will do

• Provide 3rd level technical support for NSATU NATO CIS Services and architecture
• Support fault diagnosis using the IT and Data Management Services Management System
• Supervise and execute routine maintenance for NGFW infrastructure and management systems
• Implement, modify, and validate firewall rulesets and security policies
• Maintain and update system documentation
• Execute and validate backup and restore procedures
• Support remote fault diagnosis and intervention
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
• Execute Incident, Change, and Release Management
• Provide service performance evidence against KPIs

Required qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in firewall administration and network security
• PaloAlto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) or equivalent qualification
• CompTIA Security+ (pre 2020- Code SY0-601 or Post 2020 Code SY0-701)
• In-depth knowledge of PaloAlto firewall configuration, management, and troubleshooting
• Understanding of networking protocols and security principles
• In-depth knowledge of network infrastructure and architecture
• Experience with security policy design and implementation
• In-depth knowledge of VPN technologies and configurations
• In-depth knowledge of scripting and automation skills
• English language ability to NATO SLP 3333 (good/minimum professional) in accordance with STANAG 6001
• In depth practical understanding of NATO Command structures, roles, and organisational context
• In depth practical Knowledge of NATO Enterprise Architecture and DCIS services, covering OSI Layers 1-7

Nice to have

• PaloAlto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - (Code 200-301)

Before you apply

• Valid National or NATO Cosmic Top Secret personal security clearance

About the company

Spektrum supports apex purchasers including NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence with specialist services. They provide professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise.