Job Description:

Department: Digital Operations - Connectivity Platform

Job Summary/Description:

As a Connectivity Information Security Engineering Specialist, you will provide advanced technical expertise to support information security and risk activities specific to your specialism. This could involve designing and developing security solutions to work across BP Connectivity environments that are consistent with current policy; running investigations and incident response processes and providing a consistent response to cyber-based malicious activity; and communicate with various teams dealing with information security in their segment/functions etc. You will drive the implementation and application of relevant operating processes and procedures, and ensure all activities follow relevant standards. Represent Security Engineering and assist other teams in operating as well as producing products that are secure by design

The position also entails travels [less than 5%] and other Operating Entities in case of specific business requirements.

Below are some of the key responsibilities which may not be exhaustive in nature.

Responsibilities:

As an IS Engineering Specialist on our Security Engineering team (Vulnerability Identification and Awareness) you'll get to work with teams who are proactively searching for areas that may be subject to cyber attack, and protecting them. You will be securing bp as it innovates and scales. Protecting its most critical systems and applications In areas such as:

• Operate and maintain security defenses (such as ZScaler and firewall technologies) across cloud and on-premise environments
• Analyze scan results and provide actionable remediation guidance to engineering teams
• Assist in developing and maintaining vulnerability management metrics and dashboards
• Help track and report on key security metrics
• Participate in incident response activities related to vulnerability management Role Description
• Support security awareness initiatives and provide technical guidance to partners
• Implement and run network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, VPNs, and access controls. Work with digital security to conduct periodic security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing. Monitor network traffic for security breaches and take appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for improvement. Conduct analysis of capacity and traffic patterns, and recommend optimizations to ensure efficient performance and availability. Implement quality of service (QoS) policies to prioritize critical traffic.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including security diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures. Ensure documentation is up to date and readily accessible to team members. Document changes, incidents, and resolutions.
• Design and implement network automation and orchestration solutions using tools like Ansible and Python. Automate simple daily tasks to reduce workload and chance of misconfiguration.
• Collaborate with network equipment vendors and service providers to evaluate new products.
• Share knowledge and expertise with junior team members. Provide guidance and mentorship in network technologies, standard methodologies, and industry trends. Conduct training sessions and workshops to improve team skills and knowledge.
• Stay on top of emerging networking technologies, industry trends, and standard methodologies. Continuously expand knowledge and skills through self-learning, attending conferences, and acquiring relevant certifications. Lead enterprise technology architecture, security frameworks, and platform engineering across enterprise landscapes.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus. with 6+ years of overall experience.
• A solid understanding of information and cyber security principles and standard methodologies.
• Working knowledge of tools (ZScaler and firewalls)
• Basic understanding of cloud security concepts in AWS and/or Azure
• Familiarity with common security frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO27001) Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and common protocols
• Knowledge of common web application security concepts and OWASP Top 10

Essential: -

• Proven experience as a Senior network security engineer or in a similar role, with focus on network & security
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, network architectures, and network security principles.
• Proficiency in scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, or PowerShell, and (optionally) experience with programming languages like Java, C++, or Ruby.
• Extensive hands-on experience with network automation tools and frameworks, such as Ansible.
• In-depth understanding of SDN concepts and experience with SDN technologies.
• Solid understanding of network monitoring and analytics tools, such as Logic Monitor, Viavi, and other common industry tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex network automation issues and provide effective solutions.
• Excellent English verbal / written communication / analytical and presentation skills
• Having ITIL Foundation v3 certification or knowledge
• Good understanding of the IT infrastructure components and be able to manage major incidents and priority issues.
• Ability to coordinate and work through all teams in IT Operations
• Flexible, 'can-do' attitude and willing to take responsibility.
• Strong sense of task ownership and task delivery to agreed dates.
• Ability to continually learn the changes to the infrastructure and assess impact.
• Ability to work under pressure and take on any departmental ad-hoc activity.
• Event / Incident / Problem & Change Management skills
• Analytical Skills - Management Information / Reporting
• Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Client management skills
• Task planning and execution skills
• Knowledge of automation and scripting

Desirable:

• Versa/Cisco/Juniper Associate level Certification.
• Fortinet/Juniper SD-WAN knowledge
• Certification in one or more ITIL Intermediate modules. E.g. Service Operations.
• A broad knowledge of risk and/or security within a large enterprise covering networks, E-business and application security.

At bp, we provide the following environment & benefits:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse teams and are proud of our achievements
• Possibility to join social communities and networks
• A healthy work-life balance
• Chill-out and collaboration spaces in a modern office environment
• Learning and development opportunities to craft your career path
• Life & health insurance, medical care package
• And many others benefits!

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic background, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:
Commercial Acumen, Communication, Data Analysis, Data cleansing and transformation, Data domain knowledge, Data Integration, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Data Sourcing, Data strategy and governance, Data Structures and Algorithms (Inactive), Data visualization and interpretation, Digital Security, Extract, transform and load, Group Problem Solving

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.