Senior Network Security Operations Analyst

About The Company

Vistance Networks is a pioneering leader in the communications technology industry, dedicated to shaping the future of connectivity and digital innovation. With a global footprint, Vistance Networks specializes in delivering reliable, high-performance networking solutions that empower enterprises across various sectors. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer-centricity has established us as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to harness the power of advanced communication technologies. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages continuous learning, creativity, and professional growth, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of industry developments.

About The Role

In our 'always on' world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. As a Senior Network Security Operations Analyst at Vistance Networks, you will be instrumental in safeguarding our global network infrastructure while enabling seamless connectivity for our clients and internal teams. This role involves configuring, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining cutting-edge security technologies, primarily focusing on Palo Alto firewall platforms, IDS/IPS solutions, VPN services, and cloud-based security controls. You will collaborate closely with skilled engineering teams across multiple IT domains to support secure connectivity, incident response, and large-scale security initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess over five years of hands-on experience in enterprise firewall management, with a strong preference for Palo Alto Networks platforms. A solid understanding of network security architecture, including security policy management and network segmentation, is essential. Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of networking fundamentals such as BGP, OSPF, static routing, DNS, DHCP, and DMZ design. Experience configuring and troubleshooting IPSec and SSL VPNs is required, along with familiarity with cloud security deployments on platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP. Proficiency with packet capture and log analysis tools such as Wireshark and Splunk is highly desirable. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary to effectively engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support a resilient network security infrastructure, including Palo Alto Firewalls, Panorama, GlobalProtect, and IPSec/SSL VPN technologies.
• Serve as the primary administrator for firewall environments, managing policy configurations, monitoring, auditing, and software updates to ensure optimal security posture.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain site-to-site and remote-access VPN tunnels to facilitate secure global connectivity.
• Conduct in-depth technical analysis using log reviews, packet captures, and monitoring tools to identify and resolve complex security and network issues.
• Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) to support security audits, compliance monitoring, and remediation efforts.
• Partner with cross-functional IT teams on large-scale projects involving network security, cloud integrations, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Proactively manage ServiceNow ticket queues, take ownership of incidents and requests, and communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding status and resolutions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive support documentation, including network diagrams and technical design specifications.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support for critical security incidents to ensure continuous protection.
• Continuously evaluate tools, processes, and architectures, proposing innovative ideas and improvement strategies to enhance security and operational efficiency.

This position has a regional impact across the APAC region, directly contributing to the availability, performance, and security of enterprise network services.

Benefits

Vistance Networks offers a competitive compensation package complemented by a comprehensive benefits program. Employees enjoy health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. We invest in our team’s professional development through ongoing training, certifications, and career advancement opportunities. Our flexible work arrangements and collaborative work environment foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, employees have access to innovative tools and resources designed to support their success and growth within the organization.

Equal Opportunity

Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and veterans. We believe that a diverse team enhances our ability to innovate and serve our global clients effectively, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.

Key skills/competency

• Network Security Operations Analyst
• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• Network Security Architecture
• VPN Technologies (IPSec, SSL)
• Network Monitoring and Analysis
• Incident Response
• Cloud Security (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Wireshark
• Splunk
• ServiceNow