Senior Specialist Network Security Engineering

**Job Description Summary** #LI-Hybrid Location: Hyderabad, India Network Security Engineering team is a global team working on delivery and deployment of network security solutions and services following design standards and according to business needs. The team works with 5+ security vendors and products to deliver security services for Novartis globally. The candidate will partner with Business and IT Stakeholders for demand analysis, solution proposal/evaluation and project delivery ensuring the stability and integrity of the delivered solutions. You will be the Subject Matter Expert for NAC service built on Cisco ISE.   **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities** * Act as a subject matter expert for Cisco ISE and NAC service * Manage security equipments and services including NAC, ISE, Firewalls, Proxies, VPN, and IPS * Work on new projects and migrations related to network security services * Collaborate closely with service lines and architecture to deliver PoC, pilots and successful implementation of new IT solutions * Ensure services and products are fit for purpose, achieve the desired business value and impact, and adhere to technology standards, Security and Compliance policies and procedures * Build/maintain comprehensive documentation as it relates network & Security topology, equipment, and configuration(s) * Manage services/products lifecycle ensuring data availability, consistency and integrity * Execute problem management and identification of root causes as well as sufficient prevention of recurrences * Provide Level 4 support for problems identified with systems and network; and act as a partner for Level 3 and Level 4 Managed Services support technicians  **Essential Requirements** * Strong understanding and experience with Cisco ISE and NAC services * Strong understanding of network technologies, protocols, and connectivity solutions * Experience with at least one of the major firewall ​vendors and/or SASE * Ability to effectively communicate by phone, email or in person with technical and business teams * Proven experience in network security engineering roles delivering projects within complex global environments * Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills  **Desirable Requirements** * Knowledge of Forescout platform. Experience applying artificial intelligence or advanced analytics to technology operations * Knowledge of network automation tools and infrastructure-as-code methodologies. **Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion** We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. **Accessibility and accommodation** Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.   **Skills Desired** Budget Management, Business Acumen, Planning, Project Management, Risk Management, Service Delivery Management, Stakeholder Management