Job Description

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

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Cadence's Information Security team is seeking a Staff Information Security Analyst. As a member of the Information Security team, this role will proactively manage and monitor Cadence's IT infrastructure and cloud computing services for network security issues and participates in any needed investigations and resolution for the enterprise. They will also be assisting with other security related tasks such as vulnerability management and administration, configuration, and deployment of security solutions. The successful candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual with a strong IT security administration background who excels in operating & deploying security technology and interacting with clients.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following):

Sound understanding of Networking and Network Security Technologies.

Extensive Experience on Firewall, VPN Technologies

Hands on experience on Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Checkpoint and Fortinet)

Detailed technical experience in the installation, configuration, and operation of high-end firewall appliances, ideally Palo Alto Networks products

Strong understanding of core Internet protocols and applications.

Experience of Cisco's Routers, Switches, AAA, TACACS

Research, evaluate, develop, and implement security solutions and standards following industry best practices.

Ensure that current and planned technical solutions are compatible with the company's business needs and strategic objectives.

Operate the production environment security toolsets and services.

Work with other teams to design, develop, and implement Enterprise Security solutions in support of development, test, and production environments

Provide technical security expertise and assistance to other IT and Business groups

Performs security audits and testing and evaluates system security configurations to ensure efficacy and compliance with policies and procedures

Support the information security operations team

Competency Skills required:

Planning, organization, and time management skills

Clear and concise technical and business communication, listening, speaking, and writing skills

Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work in a group setting and independently

Ability to manage multiple work streams and complete them on time.

Qualifications and Specialty Skills required:

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

7-10 years of experience with security processes and solutions.

Strong understanding of current security threats, techniques, and landscape, as well as a dedicated and self-driven desire to research current and emerging threats in the information security landscape.

Deep knowledge in Firewalls/VPN Technologies.

Conceptual and practical understanding of IT Infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services. This should include an understanding of Information Security concepts which apply to them.

Experience with IT ticketing systems.

Good working knowledge in scripting language, Python, PowerShell, etc.

Experience with a Security Information Event Management

Strong understanding of Wireshark as well as Linux/UNIX and Windows based operating systems.

Knowledge of system/network log forensics (Syslog, Event Viewer)

Strong working knowledge of Network security concepts and technologies such as:

Experience in building and maintaining network security devices for WAN, LAN, VPN, & WIFI

Experience in Firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Checkpoint)

Knowledge of network packet inspection and forensics

Knowledge of intrusion detection or prevention systems

Knowledge of TCP/IP, computer networking, routing and switching protocols

Knowledge of DNS, Internet policy enforcement, firewalls, Web content filtering

Preferred Certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

SANS GIAC certifications

Network or Firewall vendor certifications

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