Network Security Engineer - Santa Monica

Network Security Engineer - Santa MonicaThis position is based in Santa Monica, CA.

Google is looking for a Network Security expert to help provide security for our networks and systems. If you're the sort of person that can see suspicious activity in raw tcpdumps, manage firewalls in your sleep, or explain the intricacies of IPSEC, then we'd love to receive your resume. As a member of the operations team, you will be working closely with our systems and network engineers in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities:
Help define overall network security strategies and procedures.
Design and maintain Firewall and VPN infrastructure.
Develop and implement network DoS mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement network intrusion detection systems.
Perform security reviews and audits to help Google Engineering with network security issues.
Evaluate new and emerging products and technologies.
Evangelize security within Google.
Participate in on-call rotation. Requirements:
BS, MS in Computer Science or equivalent.
3+ years experience in a network security role at organizations with large networks.
Detailed knowledge of network based attacks and their mitigation.
Knowledge of network related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPSEC, routing protocols, 802.1x).
For intrusion detection specialists: detailed knowledge of various vendor products as well as open source initiatives.
Strong scripting skills a plus (e.g., PERL, shell scripting, Python).
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
The ability to effectively communicate complex and detailed concepts to others.
Self directed mentality with excellent leadership and facilitation skills.


About Google:
Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin,Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program, which is the largest and fastest growing in the industry, provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users.Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.google.com.