at Marriott in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Number 24126061
Job Category Information Technology
Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? Y
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Network Security Engineer, Network Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) is the subject matter expert in designing and implementing the Network security strategy and platforms for the next-gen operations for all Marriott International (MI) networks including the Property Networks, Datacenter/Cloud Networks, and Corporate Networks. This role will work closely and collaboratively with a matrix team of expert network architects and engineers to drive adoption of SRE practices and operating models across all network product towers, and around globe. As the Senior Network Security Engineer, the candidate focuses on defining and executing the zero-trust strategy to prevent un-authorized access to Marriott network as well as meet stringent compliance requirements.
Reporting to Director of SRE, the engineer will be responsible to articulate and effectively execute a vision to address increasing complexity, scale of modern IT systems, and ensure real-time asset visibility, assessment, remediation, and access control to Marriott services. The successful candidate will be expected to bridge the gap by implementing security strategies and next-gen zero trust solutions to make sure all system components are meeting Marriott network access and security compliance requirements at granular level. This role is accountable for establishing technical level relationships and partnering with all business disciplines, other MI teams, solution providers/vendors, and operational partners to define and implement the Network SRE zero trust security roadmap, building and enforcing the standards defined in it.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Required Education and Experience
+ Undergraduate degree in an engineering or computer science discipline and/or equivalent
+ experience/certification
+ 7+ years’ experience in information technology including:
+ 6+ years’ experience with network security tools related products
+ Experience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting of zero trust security tools (Forescout NAC, Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass or other similar tools)
+ Strong preference to have product certifications (Forescout: FSCA or FSAA or FSCE)
+ Must possess expertise in designing and implementing policies in the tools mentioned above
+ Experience with one or more Cloud Computing platforms (e.g. Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Compute Engine)
+ Knowledge and experience in wireshark/tcpdump/nmap and related analysis techniques
+ Experience in developing, documenting, and managing the requirements gathering process and provide detailed design and implementation plan to support the requirements throughout the project life cycle
+ Field experience and knowledge of foundational data networking and IP technologies including (ARP, TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, NAT and others)
+ Awareness in installing, managing, troubleshooting and administration of firewall management solutions (Firemon, Palo Alto Panorama, Checkpoint MDS)
+ Understanding of TACACS+, RADIUS
+ Experience in Agile methodologies, daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions and user story preparations
+ Hands-on experience with common routing and switching platforms (Cisco, Juniper, HP/Aruba etc.)
Preferred:
+ Advanced Degree (e.g., MS, PhD) in Computer Science or other technical discipline or MBA, preferably with a focus on technology
+ Experience with managing network security tools in a hospitality industry a plus
+ Experience in leveraging public APIs for developing automation scripts
+ Team player with the ability to collaborate and work with cross functional teams in multiple time zones
+ Experience in researching emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products and synthesizing into clear technology roadmaps and strategies
+ Strong knowledge of emerging tools, applications, and systems for attaining best-in-class network security posture across the enterprise
+ Excellent problem-solving skills working independently and through leading outcomes for cross functional teams
+ Excellent understanding of change management, testing requirements and techniques, to ensure high availability and business readiness of platforms
+ Strong attention to detail with an ability to operate effectively across multiple priorities
+ Ability to perform independently as a member of a team and through cross functional initiatives
+ Proven track record of driving transformation in network technologies, tools, and processes through a data driven continuous improvement methodology
+ Demonstrated experience in improving reliability, performance, and agility of complex enterprise networks
+ Strong understanding of network infrastructure automation, instrumentation, and monitoring platforms and the emerging technologies in this area
+ Strong influencing skills and an ability to overcome barriers while driving change
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences including executives, business stakeholders, and IT teams
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
+ Develop complex global distributed infrastructure security, management, and automation solutions to manage our global network.
+ Lead design, write, and build tools to improve the security posture, availability, and scalability of Datacenter/Cloud Networks, Property Networks, and Corporate Networks
+ Serve as technical lead for the development of complex global distributed infrastructure security, management, and automation solutions to manage our global network.
+ Serve as technical lead for the design new cybersecurity tools to help implement zero trust strategy.
+ Collaborate with other Network teams to develop network SRE solutions with a focus on zero trust
+ Conduct network analysis, configuration management and develop improvements for security compliance, availability, and reliability
+ Provide program management assistance and contribute input to help manage project schedules, risks, and costs.
+ Manage Network SRE products and solutions, including the design, low level engineering, and delivery of new security tools across the network.
+ Define and implement an operational Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO) strategy for all Network Infrastructure areas.
+ Establish management level relationships and partnering with all Business disciplines and other MI teams to define Network SRE Security roadmap, meet service level requirements, and serve as an escalation point to resolve service delivery and operational issues.
+ Develop, document, and manage the requirements gathering process and provide detailed design and business processes to support the requirements throughout the project life cycle
+ Drive accountability with strategic sourcing partners, vendors, telco/ISPs, etc., launching and managing Security Improvement initiatives where appropriate.
+ Create functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and contributes to development of budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional Network SRE security tools, systems, and infrastructure.
+ Perform network troubleshooting and upgrades. Coordinate with local teams and vendors, solve problems and restore services as needed
+ Foster an environment of continuous improvement and structured processes and procedures that support a zero-fault culture.
Maintaining Goals
+ Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines are met.
+ Promotes the documenting of project progress accurately.
+ Provides input and assistance to other teams regarding projects.
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