Job Description

Job descriptionSome careers shine brighter than others.If youre looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Consultant SpecialistIn this role, you will:

• The delivery of high quality GB/GF driven IT projects, meeting their needs and demonstrating the added value of service provided, whilst ensuring that all delivery is in line with agreed global standards.
• To support and maintain full functionality of equipment and applications provided.
• To meet quality targets as assigned by IT Operations Management for Change, Service Levels and Problem Resolution times.
• Identify and improve efficiency and potential improvements of the network environment.
• Communicating effectively with key business users regarding requirements.
• Participate in the testing/piloting of new services/hardware.
• This role requires work outside of "business hours" and at weekends in order to undertake change activity.
• Consolidate and reduce infrastructure complexity.
• Work closely with business and IT stakeholders to design, deliver and operate Telecommunications business services that utilise appropriate infrastructure technology solutions such that they are efficient, cost optimal and highly resilient.
• Ensure Service Quality Targets are met for offered Telecommunication services

RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Strong understanding of Network Security, Firewall Technologies, and related networking protocols - OSI model, TCP / UDP, Connection state etc.
• Troubleshooting - ability to identify network issues based on variety of tools / methods - packet captures, specific device (Firewalls) connection logging.
• Network security - perimeter security concepts - DMZ, multi-tier security zones etc, understanding of Checkpoint and Fortinet firewalls, Cisco Routers/Switches.
• Ability to work through strict processes and compliance.
• Maintain critical timescales for delivery.
• Work as part of a team and should be self-motivated.

• Vendor Product Specific Knowledge:
• Check Point Firewall - strong knowledge of large-scale firewalls deployments, troubleshooting, policy format and amendments. Hands-On experience in troubleshooting Firewall issues, Firmware/Software and Hardware upgrades. Experience in Firewall CLI and Gaia OS. CCSA and CCSP Preferred.
• FortiGate Firewalls - Hands-on experience FortiGate FWs, Forti OS and Forti Manager.
• Cisco - basic knowledge of routing and switching concepts and IOS.
• Experience working within large-scale enterprise IT environment.
• Strong work ethic and interpersonal skills.
• Strong networking and collaboration skills.
• Strong communication skills across organisation levels.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and conceptual skills.
• After hours support during delivery.
• Understanding of Network Load Balancers (F5 LTMs, GTMs) and Network proxies like Blue Coat and/or Zscaler

Youll achieve more when you join HSBC.www.hsbc.com/careersHSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.Issued by - HSBC Software Development India

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