Guardicore SME

Job Title: Guardicore SME

Location: Remote

Duration: 12 Months with opportunity to extend

Position Overview:

The Guardicore Micro-segmentation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing micro-segmentation strategies using Guardicore solutions to enhance network security within the organization''s data centers and cloud environments. This role involves collaborating with security, networking, and application teams to segment and protect critical assets, reduce attack surfaces, and improve threat detection and response capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement micro-segmentation policies and strategies using Guardicore Centra platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify critical applications and workloads requiring segmentation.
• Analyze network traffic flows and dependencies to develop effective segmentation rules.
• Deploy and manage Guardicore agents across servers and virtual machines in various environments (on-premises, cloud, hybrid).
• Monitor and fine-tune segmentation policies to minimize operational impact while maximizing security.
• Respond to security incidents by leveraging micro-segmentation insights to contain threats.
• Develop documentation, runbooks, and best practices for micro-segmentation deployment and management.
• Provide training and support to IT and security teams on Guardicore micro-segmentation.
• Stay current with emerging security trends and Guardicore product updates.

Qualifications:

• Experience with Guardicore Centra or similar micro-segmentation technologies.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, firewalls, and segmentation.
• Knowledge of data center and cloud network architectures.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows server environments.
• Ability to analyze network traffic and create detailed segmentation policies.
• Experience with security incident response and containment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Guardicore GCSE, CISSP, CCNP Security) are a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Scripting skills for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Understanding of zero trust security models.
• Experience with VMware virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with routing and switching concepts and equipment.
• Understanding of Guardicore Centra platform and API concepts, including integration and automation.