Senior Network Security Automation Engineer
Melbourne, Victoria
Microsoft Corporation
Posted 4 days ago
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In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day and we need you as a **Senior Network Security Automation Engineer** .
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. You will drive our technology strategy, lead by example, and support team members on their learning journey. You will implement and operate modern cloud and on premises cybersecurity controls to defend Microsoft datacenter critical infrastructure from threat actors. Leveraging multiple solutions and partnering with internal and external teams, you will be at the forefront of advancing industrial network cybersecurity capabilities.
Through on the job learning and bi-directional mentorship, this opportunity will allow you to gain cyber defense, automation, and networking skills and experiences that are rare in both networking and security organizations, and in high demand across multiple industries. This is a flexible work opportunity for you to work from home partially or fully if desired.
As a group, CO+I is focused on personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
Do you want to empower billions across the world? Come and join us in CO+I and be at the forefront of the action!
**Responsibilities**
**Responsibilities:**
+ Manage and optimize network security infrastructure including NGFWs (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Checkpoint), IDS/IPS, and segmentation.
+ Develop and maintain secure Azure cloud environments using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.
+ Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps with integrated security controls.
+ Document automation workflows, APIs, scripts, and system designs.
+ Proactively identify and investigate potential issues and patterns in security controls and drive mitigation strategies, while also implementing automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness across the network.
+ Install, upgrade, and maintain security hardware, operating system and software.
+ Identify gaps in security policy and administration, recommend solutions, and implement new and revised security standards, while working with partner teams to drive consistency and awareness.
+ Maintain standards and drive improvements for our customer and partner experience, responding appropriately to emerging issues and advocating for our customer experience through development and analyzation of key metrics, performance indicators, and other data sources (e.g. bugs, unhealthy data pipeline). Respond to escalations and recommend improvements as appropriate to address gaps.
+ Participate in on-call rotation to support security services.
+ With minimal guidance, analyze attempted or successful efforts to compromise systems security and, alongside partner teams, create recommendations to limit exposure, implement response plans, and take action.
+ Analyze potential or actual intrusions identified from monitoring activities and create detections based on available data (e.g., Indicators of Compromise (IOC) and Tools Tactics Procedures (TTP)).
**Other**
+ Embody our culture ( and values ( .
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ 4+ years of experience in Network Security Engineering (multi-vendor next-gen firewall experience, IDS/IPS, network engineering (routing/BGP) and network/infrastructure automation (Python, Ansible etc).
+ OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field.
+ Strong background in Firewalls or Intrusion detection or prevention systems.
+ High proficiency in Python
+ Hands-on experience with Ansible for network automation and configuration management.
+ Ability to design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs
+ Networking & Security Fundamentals: Solid understanding of routing, IPSec, firewall policies
+ Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
**Background Check Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
While not required, we also look for the following **Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Cyber security, anomaly detection, Security Operations Center (SOC) detection, threat analytics, security incident and event management (SIEM), cloud security, and operations incident response.
+ CISSP, CISA, CISM, SANS, GCIA, GCIH, OSCP, PCCSE, PCNSE, PCSAE, CCNP Security, CCIE Security and/or Security+ certification.
+ Any experience with industrial control systems is preferred (not mandatory).
+ Experience with Nautobot for network source-of-truth alignment, and Django would be considered highly beneficial
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. You will drive our technology strategy, lead by example, and support team members on their learning journey. You will implement and operate modern cloud and on premises cybersecurity controls to defend Microsoft datacenter critical infrastructure from threat actors. Leveraging multiple solutions and partnering with internal and external teams, you will be at the forefront of advancing industrial network cybersecurity capabilities.
Through on the job learning and bi-directional mentorship, this opportunity will allow you to gain cyber defense, automation, and networking skills and experiences that are rare in both networking and security organizations, and in high demand across multiple industries. This is a flexible work opportunity for you to work from home partially or fully if desired.
As a group, CO+I is focused on personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
Do you want to empower billions across the world? Come and join us in CO+I and be at the forefront of the action!
**Responsibilities**
**Responsibilities:**
+ Manage and optimize network security infrastructure including NGFWs (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Checkpoint), IDS/IPS, and segmentation.
+ Develop and maintain secure Azure cloud environments using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or ARM templates.
+ Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps with integrated security controls.
+ Document automation workflows, APIs, scripts, and system designs.
+ Proactively identify and investigate potential issues and patterns in security controls and drive mitigation strategies, while also implementing automation to improve efficiency and effectiveness across the network.
+ Install, upgrade, and maintain security hardware, operating system and software.
+ Identify gaps in security policy and administration, recommend solutions, and implement new and revised security standards, while working with partner teams to drive consistency and awareness.
+ Maintain standards and drive improvements for our customer and partner experience, responding appropriately to emerging issues and advocating for our customer experience through development and analyzation of key metrics, performance indicators, and other data sources (e.g. bugs, unhealthy data pipeline). Respond to escalations and recommend improvements as appropriate to address gaps.
+ Participate in on-call rotation to support security services.
+ With minimal guidance, analyze attempted or successful efforts to compromise systems security and, alongside partner teams, create recommendations to limit exposure, implement response plans, and take action.
+ Analyze potential or actual intrusions identified from monitoring activities and create detections based on available data (e.g., Indicators of Compromise (IOC) and Tools Tactics Procedures (TTP)).
**Other**
+ Embody our culture ( and values ( .
**Qualifications**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ 4+ years of experience in Network Security Engineering (multi-vendor next-gen firewall experience, IDS/IPS, network engineering (routing/BGP) and network/infrastructure automation (Python, Ansible etc).
+ OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field.
+ Strong background in Firewalls or Intrusion detection or prevention systems.
+ High proficiency in Python
+ Hands-on experience with Ansible for network automation and configuration management.
+ Ability to design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs
+ Networking & Security Fundamentals: Solid understanding of routing, IPSec, firewall policies
+ Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
**Background Check Requirements:**
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
+ Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
While not required, we also look for the following **Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Cyber security, anomaly detection, Security Operations Center (SOC) detection, threat analytics, security incident and event management (SIEM), cloud security, and operations incident response.
+ CISSP, CISA, CISM, SANS, GCIA, GCIH, OSCP, PCCSE, PCNSE, PCSAE, CCNP Security, CCIE Security and/or Security+ certification.
+ Any experience with industrial control systems is preferred (not mandatory).
+ Experience with Nautobot for network source-of-truth alignment, and Django would be considered highly beneficial
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .
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MS Engineer (L1): Network
Melbourne, Victoria
NTT America, Inc.
Posted 8 days ago
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**Make an impact with NTT DATA**
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
**Your day at NTT DATA**
The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) is an entry level engineering role, responsible for providing a managed service to clients to ensure that their IT infrastructure and systems remain operational through proactively identifying, investigating, and resolving technical incidents and problems and restoring service to clients by managing incidents to resolution.
The primary objective of this role is to ensure zero missed service level agreement conditions. The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) focuses on first-line support for standard and low complexity incidents and service requests. This role focusses across two or more technology domains such as (but not limited to) Cloud, Security, Networking, Applications and / or Collaboration.
The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) may also contribute to / support on project work as and when required.
**What you'll be doing**
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Monitors client infrastructure and solutions.
+ Identifies problems and errors prior to or when they occur.
+ Routinely identifies common incidents and opportunities for avoidance as well as general opportunities for incident reduction.
+ Investigates first line incidents assigned and identifies the root cause of incidents and problems.
+ Provides telephonic or chat support to clients when required.
+ Schedules maintenance activity windows for patching and configuration changes.
+ Follows the required handover procedures for shift changes to ensure service continuity.
+ Reports and escalates incidents where necessary.
+ Ensures the efficient and comprehensive resolutions of incidents and requests.
+ Updates existing knowledge articles or create new ones.
+ Identifies opportunities for work optimization including opportunities for automation of work, request fulfilment, incident resolution, and other general process improvement opportunities.
+ May also contribute to / support on project work as and when required.
+ May work on implementing and delivering Disaster Recovery functions and tests.
+ Performs any other related task as required.
**Knowledge and Attributes:**
+ Ability to communicate and work across different cultures and social groups.
+ Ability to plan activities and projects well in advance and takes into account possible changing circumstances.
+ Ability to maintain a positive outlook at work.
+ Ability to work well in a pressurized environment.
+ Ability to work hard and put in longer hours when it is necessary.
+ Ability to apply active listening techniques such as paraphrasing the message to confirm understanding, probing for further relevant information, and refraining from interrupting.
+ Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
+ Ability to place clients at the forefront of all interactions, understanding their requirements, and creating a positive client experience throughout the total client journey.
**Academic Qualifications and Certifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in IT/Computing (or demonstrated equivalent work experience)
+ Certifications relevant to the services provided (certifications carry additional weightage on a candidate's qualification for the role)
+ Relevant certifications include which are considered desirable (but not limited to):
+ CCNA or relevant level 1 Network Security
+ Microsoft Certified, Azure Administrator Associate
+ AWS Certified, Solutions Architect Associate
+ Veeam Certified Engineer
+ VMware certified Professional: Data Centre Virtualization
+ Zerto, pure, vxrail
+ Google Cloud Platform (gcp)
+ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (oci)
**Required Experience:**
+ Entry-level experience with troubleshooting and providing the support required in security / network/ data center/ systems/ storage administration and monitoring Services within a medium to large ICT organization.
+ Basic knowledge of management agents, redundancy concepts, and products within the supported technical domain (i.e. Security, Network, Data Centre, Telephony, etc.).
+ Basic knowledge of ITIL processes.
**Workplace type** **:**
On-site Working
**About NTT DATA**
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
**Your day at NTT DATA**
The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) is an entry level engineering role, responsible for providing a managed service to clients to ensure that their IT infrastructure and systems remain operational through proactively identifying, investigating, and resolving technical incidents and problems and restoring service to clients by managing incidents to resolution.
The primary objective of this role is to ensure zero missed service level agreement conditions. The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) focuses on first-line support for standard and low complexity incidents and service requests. This role focusses across two or more technology domains such as (but not limited to) Cloud, Security, Networking, Applications and / or Collaboration.
The Managed Services Cross Technology Engineer (L1) may also contribute to / support on project work as and when required.
**What you'll be doing**
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Monitors client infrastructure and solutions.
+ Identifies problems and errors prior to or when they occur.
+ Routinely identifies common incidents and opportunities for avoidance as well as general opportunities for incident reduction.
+ Investigates first line incidents assigned and identifies the root cause of incidents and problems.
+ Provides telephonic or chat support to clients when required.
+ Schedules maintenance activity windows for patching and configuration changes.
+ Follows the required handover procedures for shift changes to ensure service continuity.
+ Reports and escalates incidents where necessary.
+ Ensures the efficient and comprehensive resolutions of incidents and requests.
+ Updates existing knowledge articles or create new ones.
+ Identifies opportunities for work optimization including opportunities for automation of work, request fulfilment, incident resolution, and other general process improvement opportunities.
+ May also contribute to / support on project work as and when required.
+ May work on implementing and delivering Disaster Recovery functions and tests.
+ Performs any other related task as required.
**Knowledge and Attributes:**
+ Ability to communicate and work across different cultures and social groups.
+ Ability to plan activities and projects well in advance and takes into account possible changing circumstances.
+ Ability to maintain a positive outlook at work.
+ Ability to work well in a pressurized environment.
+ Ability to work hard and put in longer hours when it is necessary.
+ Ability to apply active listening techniques such as paraphrasing the message to confirm understanding, probing for further relevant information, and refraining from interrupting.
+ Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
+ Ability to place clients at the forefront of all interactions, understanding their requirements, and creating a positive client experience throughout the total client journey.
**Academic Qualifications and Certifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in IT/Computing (or demonstrated equivalent work experience)
+ Certifications relevant to the services provided (certifications carry additional weightage on a candidate's qualification for the role)
+ Relevant certifications include which are considered desirable (but not limited to):
+ CCNA or relevant level 1 Network Security
+ Microsoft Certified, Azure Administrator Associate
+ AWS Certified, Solutions Architect Associate
+ Veeam Certified Engineer
+ VMware certified Professional: Data Centre Virtualization
+ Zerto, pure, vxrail
+ Google Cloud Platform (gcp)
+ Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (oci)
**Required Experience:**
+ Entry-level experience with troubleshooting and providing the support required in security / network/ data center/ systems/ storage administration and monitoring Services within a medium to large ICT organization.
+ Basic knowledge of management agents, redundancy concepts, and products within the supported technical domain (i.e. Security, Network, Data Centre, Telephony, etc.).
+ Basic knowledge of ITIL processes.
**Workplace type** **:**
On-site Working
**About NTT DATA**
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
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