Security Engineer III (Network Security)

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We are the nation’s largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.
As part of our team, you will experience:

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Network Security Engineer III is responsible for thinking strategically, envisioning, and taking steps to implement security improvements to protect Ross' information and assets. The Network Security Engineer leads initiatives to harden Ross's network security posture and capabilities from concept through delivery, define and follow discreet procedures and protocols to ensure integrity and compliance. The Network Security Engineer leads the product area strategy, roadmap, design, and vendor/product due-diligence functions. The Network Security Engineer serves as a liaison to the other Information Security and IT functional groups, influencing outcomes as appropriate. The Network Security Engineer operates as the Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME), provides 3rd level support, and excels at production issue resolution.

The base salary range for this role is $136,800 - $233,700. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Research, evaluate, develop, and implement Network Security designs and standards following industry best practices.

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

• Work with the other IT organizations to design, develop, and implement Enterprise Security solutions in support of development, test, and production environments.

• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other IT, Business groups and Operations team.

• Provide input on technology roadmap, long-term strategies, and architectural decisions

• Operate the production environment toolsets and services

• Work with vendors to plan and deploy solutions, resolve issues, and implement enhancements

• Build and maintain strong working relationships in cross-organizational structure to help align technical goals and vision and implement Enterprise Security solutions

COMPETENCIES:
People

• Building Effective Teams (for managers of People and Projects)

• Developing Talent (for managers of people only, N/A for this role/level)

• Collaboration
Self

• Leading by Example

• Communicates Effectively

• Ensures Accountability and Execution

• Manages Conflict
Business

• Business Acumen

• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes

• Organizational Agility
With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:

• Customer Focus

• Problem Solving

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Strategic Mindset

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• In-depth knowledge of security technologies such as Palo Alto on-prem and cloud NextGen firewalls and IPS, email security gateways like Proofpoint, Secure Web Gateway and DLP solutions like Forcepoint, Firewall Auditing solutions like Skybox, ZTNA/ SASE solutions like Netskope, Web Application Firewall like Citrix NetScaler, Network Authentication like Fortinet, and Advanced Network Threat Protection.

• Strong knowledge of current information security space with general understanding of current security threats, techniques, and landscape, as well as a dedicated and self-driven desire to research current information on the security landscape

• At least 10 years of Information Security design and architecture, project engineering experience and at least 8 years with a large organization

• Conceptual and practical understanding of SDLC, IT Infrastructure designs, technologies, products, and services. This should include knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, databases, encryption, and other technologies.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• Understanding of fundamental networking protocols & concepts: TCP Handshake, IP subnets, VLANs, ARP, DNS, UDP, static routing.

• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills

• Senior level technical certification or equivalent (CISSP, CCSP, MCSA) with demonstrated relevant experience

• Preferred experience with security solutions automation and scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, and JavaScript

• Able to provide leadership, guidance, and training to others

• Able to work independently and creatively problem solve complex technical problems

• Able to provide accurate estimates of timeframes and cost estimates necessary to complete potential projects and develop milestones and project implementation plans

• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and to work in a group setting as well as independently

• Excellent attention and orientation toward meticulous work

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:
This position requires the ability to work in an office environment, including using a computer, attending meetings, working as part of a team, and the ability to communicate with team members and others. Regular attendance also is a requirement of the position.
This role requires regular in-office presence, including attending in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. #LI-Hybrid

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.