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Colonial Pipeline Company Sr. Network Engineer in Alpharetta, Georgia
Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life. Come to Colonial, a great place to work, where people matter most, and where safety 24/7 is paramount.
Ready to work for Colonial Pipeline Company?
Are you intrigued by the thought of being part of revolutionizing the energy industry and a new era in the pipeline industry? Do you want to be a part of a company that is obsessed with excellence in everything we do? A company growing and expanding our business that is full of opportunity? If so, we are seeking smart, safety focused, and energetic professionals to join our team to help us to the next level of excellence!
What is it that we do at Colonial Pipeline Company?
Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons or 2.5 million barrels per day. Colonial transports various grades of gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel, and fuels for the U.S. military through a pipeline system. Colonial transports approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast, providing refined products to more than 50 million Americans.
About the Senior Network Engineer Position
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team! As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in design, implementation, and management of our network security infrastructure, focusing on firewall and network identity systems. As a key member of the network engineering team, you will oversee firewall policy administration, network access control, and identity services management for network devices and end user authentication to ensure our network remains secure, efficient, and compliant with industry standards.
What You Get to Do:
Firewall Policy Administration: Develop, manage, and optimizefirewall policies to support security objectives and policies while enabling business needs. Work with firewall platforms, primarily (but not exclusively) Cisco Firepower and AlgoSec, to ensure robust and effective security configurations.
Firewall Design and Implementation: Design and deploy firewall solutions to protect network resources and prevent unauthorized access. Work closely with other functional teams to plan, test, and implement firewall configurations that support company objectives and enhance security.
Network Access Administration: Utilize Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) to manage network access policies and ensure that only authorized users and devices can access network resources.
Network Security Monitoring: Monitor network security systems, identify potential threats or vulnerabilities, and coordinate with Colonial SOC and Security teams response to address security events.
Collaboration and Compliance: Partner with cross-functional teams to assess risks and ensure compliance with SOC and security policies, standards, and best practices. Maintain documentation of firewall rules, network access policies, and security controls.
Networking Support: Apply knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts, such as switching, routing, and VLANs, to support secure network operations and troubleshoot connectivity issues as needed.
What You Bring to the Table:
Bachelor’sdegree in Computer Science, Information Technologyor related field from an accredited college or university; will consider a combination of experience and/or education.
Ideally, 5+ years of experience in network security, specifically with large-scale firewall systems.
Proficiency with Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, and AlgoSec or similar firewall and network security products.
Strong understanding of network protocols, Layer 2/Layer 3 networking concepts, and security best practices.
Hands-on experience in firewall policy design, network access management, and security monitoring.
Excellent critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to consistently adhere to policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and Excellence in completing work assignments.
Self-motivated, have phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth.
Got Extra?
Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNP Security, Cisco Firepower Certification, or Palo Alto Security certifications.
Experience with network security automation and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for firewall and policy management.
Familiarity with additional security tools and platforms that complement network security (e.g., SIEM solutions like Cisco Splunk, intrusion detection/prevention systems).
Ideally, 5-7 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 4 years in senior or lead level roles.
Advantages of Working at Colonial Pipeline Company:
Getting to work for a company that helps to meet our county’s energy needs and keeps us moving!
Team members who care about each other while accomplishing remarkable things.
Highly competitive benefits – Check out Colonial’s Total Rewards (https://www.colpipe.com/careers/benefits-and-total-rewards)
Are you up to the challenge? What are you waiting for? Apply today!
Colonial Pipeline is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Statement to all Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations:
Colonial Pipeline accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Colonial Pipeline employees, hiring managers, or send to any Colonial Pipeline facility. Colonial Pipeline is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.
Colonial Pipeline Company operates the world’s largest pipeline of its kind. It delivers refined petroleum products – gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel and fuels for the U.S. military – through a network of 5,500 miles of underground pipe buried under more than 3,000 miles of right of way in the Southern and Eastern United States. A vital part of the nation’s infrastructure, Colonial places the highest emphasis on safe operations that protect its employees as well as the communities in which we live and serve, and the environment along the pipeline route.
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