Job Summary :

St. Fox is seeking an enthusiastic and technically adept L1 Network Security Engineer to join our Security Operations team. This role is crucial for the initial monitoring, detection, and response to cybersecurity incidents. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with modern security architectures, including SSE/SASE, and possess core competencies in operating security tools like Zscaler ZIA/ZPA and XDR.

Key Responsibilities :

Security Monitoring and Incident Response (SOC Operations) :

- Perform continuous monitoring, detection, and initial analysis of security alerts and logs within the Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.

- Execute Level 1 incident handling and triage, including identifying, escalating, and documenting cybersecurity incidents according to established protocols.

- Participate in vulnerability management activities, including reporting and tracking discovered vulnerabilities.

Security Tool Management :

- Assist in the administration, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of Zscaler ZIA (Zscaler Internet Access) and ZPA (Zscaler Private Access) platforms.

- Work with XDR (Extended Detection and Response) solutions to correlate security events across endpoints, network, and cloud environments.

- Maintain and manage core security infrastructure, including firewalls and security monitoring systems.

Network Security :

- Support the implementation and operational health of SSE (Security Service Edge) and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) architectures.

- Apply basic knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.) to analyze traffic and isolate security issues.

Collaboration and Documentation :

- Collaborate effectively with IT, Network, and higher-level security teams (L2/L3) to enhance network and data protection strategies.

- Maintain excellent documentation skills for all security incidents, configurations, and operational procedures.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Key Technical Skills (Must-Haves) :

- SASE/SSE : Hands-on experience or strong working knowledge of Security Service Edge (SSE) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) architectures.

- Zscaler : Practical experience managing and troubleshooting Zscaler ZIA and ZPA.

- Detection & Response : Familiarity with XDR tools and concepts, and experience performing L1 Incident Handling.

- Networking Fundamentals : Solid knowledge of core networking protocols, firewalls, and general security monitoring principles.

- Vulnerability Management : Basic understanding of vulnerability identification and remediation processes.

Core Professional Requirements :

- Communication : Excellent communication and documentation skills for effective internal and external reporting.

- Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities to quickly diagnose security issues.

Certifications (Good to Have) :

- Entry-level security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CCNA Security, Zscaler Certifications).