Vice President, Senior Cloud Network Engineer

Job Description 

Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives — they are central pillars ofour employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.

Lazard’s Corporate functions empower strategic decision-making and ensure continued success of our firm. From Finance & Tax to Information Technology and Human Resources, our colleagues around the globe support our financial advisory and asset management business lines in many ways. By utilizing the latest technology, these integral groups make sure our businesses are compliant, operationally efficient, and profitable.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Security Engineer with expertise in Fortinet Firewalls and Azure Networking to join our dynamic team. The Senior Network Security Engineer will be responsible for managing and securing our network infrastructure, with a particular focus on Fortinet firewalls, advanced network routing, and Azure networking. This role requires a deep understanding of network security principles, hands-on experience with Fortinet products, and extensive knowledge of Azure networking services. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing secure network solutions in both on-premises and cloud environments. The position offers a hybrid working pattern, allowing flexibility between office presence and remote work.

We’ll trust you to:

• Design, implement, and manage Fortinet firewall solutions to protect the organization’s network infrastructure.
• Configure and maintain advanced network routing protocols to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Develop and implement Azure networking solutions, including Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, Load Balancers, and VPN Gateways.
• Monitor network traffic and security events to identify and respond to potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure network architectures.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and support for network security issues.
• Stay current with emerging security threats and technologies to continuously improve the organization’s security posture.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance network security posture.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior security engineers and other IT staff.

You’ll need to have:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional certifications such as Fortinet NSE, CCNP Security, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security engineering, with a focus on Fortinet firewalls and advanced network routing.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Azure networking services and security best practices.
• An understanding of network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, Layer 7 inspection and other security technologies.
• Proven ability to design and implement secure network architectures in both on-premises and cloud environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g. Terraform, Python, Ansible) is preferred.

Does this sound like you?

Apply! We’ll get in touch and let you know the next steps.

We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately 175,000 – 200,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, relevant skills for the role. Base salary is one component of Lazard’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation.

Inclusion at Lazard

Lazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.

Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multicultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for 175 years.

The ongoing cultivation of an inclusive culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status – can maximize their individual potential, as well as our collective success.

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