Forescout Engineer, Specialist

Forescout Engineer, Specialist

Description

Forescout Engineer Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

The Forescout Engineer Specialist is responsible for:

• Design and Integration of the CounterACT Enterprise deployment
• Optimizing the administration of the Network Access Control (NAC) deployment
• Strategy and implementation of systematic control of end points
• Engineering a best practice based Forescout solutions
• Integration and support for Forescout Plugins for 3 rd party solutions
• Providing integration and support documentation
• Creating processes for Network Access Control administration
• Implementing application and hardware upgrades and maintenance

The associated duties include:

• Remote and On-Site support and administration as required
• Modifying NAC polices.
• Maintaining and updating standard NAC configurations (non-Licensed Plugins).
• Monitoring the health of Forescout hardware and software in the environment.
• Tracking all internal support cases and adhering to change management process.
• Defining and creating of NAC polices.
• Interfacing with ForeScout Customer Care and R&D for any escalations.
• Providing root cause analysis and solutions development
• Managing NAC software and hardware upgrades.
• Creating periodic custom reports
• Trending health data for the Forescout environment for predictive analysis
• Working with the ForeScout Project Manager to organize and align resources during implementation phases.
• Reviewing any new product or service requirements to the Sales and Services teams.

This position will work closely with the Network Engineering, Firewall Engineering and the TO Security teams to develop the architecture, strategy, and support process for the overall platform.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Job Requirements

• Experience in deploying and/or supporting enterprise security software products such as Cisco ISE, Next Generation Firewalls, IPS, Anti-Virus solutions, SIEM applications, Load Balancers, high availability solutions, network management systems and virtual systems.
• 10 years of experience in the IT related field which include the following:
• 10 years experience with route/switch networks and troubleshooting. (Cisco preferred)
• 5 years experience with IT security hardware (Palo Alto and Cisco preferred)
• 5 years experience with Network Access Control
• 3 years of Information Assurance/Cyber Security experience.
• 5 years experience working with Windows based operating systems.
• 1 year of experience with Unix systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting tools such as Nmap, Nessus, Splunk, Wireshark and tcpdump.
• Ability to clearly document complicated steps and procedures.
• Excellent communications skills, strong customer orientation, good organizational skills, self-driven with ability to multi-task on various projects and aptitude to learn new technologies and express them to the customer clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working in demanding and challenging environments.
• Ability to build relationships, communicate and work with all levels of management, vendors, business partners and external customers while exhibiting positive influence at all levels.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or equivalent industry experience
• ForeScout Certified Administrator (FSCA)
• ForeScout Certified Engineer (FSCE) or ability to attain in 6 months preferred
• Industry Certifications such as CISSP, CASP, Security , CEH, SANS (GCIA, GCIH, GREM, GPEN) are a plus

Competencies

• General knowledge of information technologies (those currently used within the system and new technologies)
• General knowledge of IT infrastructure components
• Knowledge of Network Access Control and other security protocols
• Understand engineering/analysis/design discipline and methodology
• Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments
• Ability to negotiate with and influence others - internally as well as vendors
• Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere
• Ability to provide and accept feedback
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Professional oral and written communication skills

Location

• Atlanta
• Birmingham

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Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 44,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million electric and gas utility customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a national recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top utilities in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

Req ID: SCS2010819