Summary

The Connected Home team under Bell Canada’s Network organization is currently seeking an energetic and passionate Senior Consultant. Gateway Security to improve the in-home customer experience by the implementation or validation of network security solutions in support to Bell products and service. The successful candidate will have experience carrier Ethernet networking in both the definition of requirements, the design of solutions and testing of configurations, specifically in the access environment. The candidate will master home networking technologies such as routing, WiFi, Bluetooth and TCP/IP networking in general.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who thrives in an exciting and constantly changing environment.

The Gateway Security consultant is responsible for the testing and implementation of security solution in gateways (aka modems) and the in-home ecosystem. The person will provide support to the production environment and ensure that the right security policies and practices are implemented and enforced, including conducting client penetration and vulnerability test and reports.

Key Responsibilities

The person’s role will involve working with other stakeholders as a technical resource in all gateway security matters ranging from features, functionality to integration, specifications, and installation. The Gateway Security consultant work will entail defining WAN and LAN configurations, assisting in maintaining the operating system and security software used on the gateways or network. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Configure, implement, and maintain all security platforms and any other related software, such as anti-virus, routers, Anti-SPAM, switches, intrusion detection or intrusion prevention, firewalls, cryptography systems, SIEM, and MDM
• Plan and appraise ongoing assessment of antivirus, application control, firewall, SIEM, VPN, SSL, intrusion detection or intrusion prevention and other network component policies
• Guarantee network security best practices are executed through auditing: router, change control, switch, firewall configurations, and monitoring
• Respond to periodic automated vulnerability testing, and lead remediation measures,
• Coordinate and oversee log analysis for company managed services offerings to ensure customer policy and security requirements are met
• Work with Corporate and Network Security to maintain security devices and show practical experience in managing firewalls, content filters, proxy servers and packet capture devices
• Work in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders to ensure customers have devices that are fully operational and secure
• Work under strict change control processes to ensure only authorized changes are made to devices
• Collaborate with sales, product management, engineering, and other departments on security-related items and any other duties as assigned by the firm.

Candidate will be working with a multi-disciplinary team (software development, software/hardware integration, big data, customer support, field installation, etc.) to integrate, test and deploy residential gateways.

Critical Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience in the telecom industry
• Proficient understanding of networking terminology and components (e.g. GPON, IP Routing)
• Experience working with TCIP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP and Wi-Fi (802.11 standards)
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
• Programming experience to demonstrate ability to write Python code or Unix scripts or other languages 
• Proficient with network analysis tools, such as Wireshark, WiFi Analyzer etc
• Proficient using JIRA for work management and reporting
• Extensive technical know-how of security network devices (switches, antivirus, firewalls, cryptography, SIEM) and any other security networking hardware or software tools
• Experience identifying threats and developing appropriate protection measures
• Hands-on experience and knowledge implementing, configuring, integrating and supporting the network security F5 Load balancers, BigIP or similar devices
• Knowledge of networking concepts such as WAN connectivity, transport types and protocols, and experience with wireless technology and Wireless deployment for a user base over 500 users per site
• Cisco orientated IOS understanding, working with Routers and Switch Platforms and Experience working with stakeholders at an Operational Level
• Good team player, Self-confident, motivated, and independent
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and in writing
• Ability to track multiple test efforts simultaneously and to be able to synthesize the results in fast paced environment
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in virtual teams, handling multiple projects with geographically dispersed team members.
• Availability to work occasional weekends, evenings and nights, to meet hard deadlines and deployment activities.
• Fast paced, changing working environment.