Comcast Cybersecurity: Senior Network Security Developer

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

Responsible for working with the Network and Systems Engineers to create, maintain and enforce security plans and policies effecting the network. Responsible for securing all information and information systems assets of the Company network infrastructure. Design/install/operations of VPN, SoHo, WAF, IDS, DDoS, Partner Access Solutions, Network Security Stack powering Zero-Trust, Firewalls and microsegmentation protecting CCS operations infrastructure (SIEM, DataLake, WAF, IDS, SOC dashboards). Plays a lead role in the design of security safeguards and ongoing verification of Company's network security posture. Acts as a Network Security Subject Matter Expert for the company. Integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment. May lead teams or projects and shares expertise.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Recommends and ensures implementation of security safeguards to the Company's network. Security safeguards should be in accordance with industry standards, generally accepted business practices and Company security policies.
• Ensures Network and Systems Engineers follow security best practices when deploying/configuring hardware and software.
• Collaborates with the Network Operations team to ensure disaster recovery plans are viable and current.
• Works with the Network Operating Center to maintain up-to-date troubleshooting guides that pertain to security.
• Recommends policy for responding to security incidents along with a training program for those that might be involved.
• Researches new and/or updated technologies as they come available that pertain to our environment.
• Performs regular penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
• Takes lead on security audits, both internal and external.
• Develops security scripts and recommend tools to support the Operations Security function.
• Helps ensure that customer SLAs are met at all times. Responds quickly to downtime situations.
• Communicates regularly with development and supports teams regarding system status and implementation schedules.
• Provides insight and resolutions on security matters, acting as a Subject Matter Expert on cross-functional projects.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance.

Must Have Skills:

• Must have experience designing and maintaining full-stack web applications using Python and relevant frameworks (Django, Flask)
• 6-8 years of experience with Python programming
• Experience with implementing API calls
• Knowledge of front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular/React)​
• Understanding of deployment and configuration applications (e.g., Ansible and Terraform)

Nice to Have Skills:

• An Understanding of database design principles and SQL
• Linux, Docker and Kubernetes experience
• Experience with relational databases like SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Familiarity within deploying to cloud environments
• Experience with ELK stacks
• Basic understanding of networking

Responsiblities:

• Work with internal teams to establish application requirements and features
• Utilize Python to interact with various external APIs
• Develop basic UI for interacting with the application
• Automate tasks and processes
• Collaborate effectively with developers, designers, and other teams to deliver projects on time
• Effectively troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to code and databases
• Clearly document and explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies

Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

• Medical & Dental
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off
• Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.
• Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.

• Learn more atjobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits

  We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

• This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

• Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

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Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Skills:

Django Development; Flask (Web Framework); Databricks Platform; Python (Programming Language)

Salary:

Primary Location Pay Range: $112,785.07 - $169,177.60

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

7-10 Years