About Us :
Marriott International Inc. , headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, was founded in May 1927 by J. Willard Marriott and Alice S. Marriott with a modest nine-seat A&W root beer stand. Guided by the family's leadership and core principles, Marriott International today has grown into a global hospitality giant, operating approximately 9,000 properties and over 30 leading brands in more than 140 countries and territories.
From such humble beginnings to becoming the world’s largest hotel company, Marriott International has never stopped searching for inventive ways to serve its customers, provide opportunities for its associates, and grow their business. At Marriott Tech Accelerator center (MTA), Hyderabad, India, Marriott is exploring the world we live in and all its possibilities. At Marriott Tech Accelerator, we are a team of passionate engineering minds dedicated to creating and building cutting-edge solutions that streamline operations and elevate guest experiences.
Marriott Tech Accelerator center is fully owned and operated by ANSR. All associates at Marriott Tech Accelerator will be ANSR employees, delivering services exclusively to ANSR's client, Marriott International.
Role Title : Senior Network Engineer II – SecOps (Security Ops)
Position Summary :
The Senior Network Reliability Engineering (NRE) Security Operations (SecOps) is the subject matter expert in designing and implementing the Network security strategy and platforms for the next-gen operations for all Marriott International (MI) networks including Property Networks, Datacenter / Cloud Networks, and Corporate Networks. This role will work closely and collaboratively with a matrix team of expert network architects and engineers to drive the adoption of NRE practices and operating models across all network product towers, and around globe. As the Senior NRE SecOps Engineer, the candidate focuses on defining and executing the zero-trust strategy to prevent unauthorized access to Marriott network as well as meet stringent compliance requirements. The candidate will be responsible to articulate and effectively execute a vision to address increasing complexity, scale of modern IT systems, and ensure real-time asset visibility, assessment, remediation, and access control to Marriott services. (S)He will be expected to bridge the gap by implementing security strategies and next-gen zero trust solutions to make sure all system components are meeting Marriott network access and security compliance requirements at granular level. This role is accountable for establishing technical level relationships and partnering with all business disciplines, other MI teams, solution providers / vendors, and operational partners to define and implement the Network NRE zero trust security roadmap, building and enforcing the standards defined in it.
Job Responsibilities :
Maintaining Goals :
- Submit reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines are met.
- Promotes the documenting of project progress accurately.
- Provides input and assistance to other teams regarding projects.
Demonstrating and Applying Discipline Knowledge :
Provides technical expertise and support to people inside and outside of the department.Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.Demonstrates knowledge of function-specific procedures.Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to job.Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data and / or process information.Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders :
Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders.Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.Determines priorities, schedules, plans and necessary resources to ensure completion of any projects on schedule.Collaborates with internal partners and stakeholders to support business / initiative strategiesCommunicates concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand.Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.Demonstrates an understanding of business prioritiesSkill and Experience :
6+ years' experience with network security tools related productsExperience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting of zero trust security tools (Cisco ISE, Forescout, Firewall Management solution such as Firemon, Palo Alto Panorama, Checkpoint MDS and other similar tools)Must possess expertise in designing and implementing policies in the tools mentioned aboveExperience with one or more Cloud Computing platforms (e.g. Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Compute Engine)Knowledge and experience in wireshark / tcpdump / nmap and related analysis techniquesExperience in developing, documenting, and managing the requirements gathering process and provide detailed design and implementation plan to support the requirements throughout the project life cycleField experience and knowledge of foundational data networking and IP technologies including (ARP, TCP / IP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, NAT and others)Understanding of TACACS+, RADIUSExperience in Agile methodologies, daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions and user story preparationsHands-on experience with common routing and switching platforms (Cisco, Juniper, HP / Aruba etc.)Demonstrated experience in delivering written documents detailing network solutions and diagramsTechnical knowledge in Load Balancing such as ELBs, NLBs, F5 BigIPPreferred :
Advanced Degree (e.g., MS, PhD) in Computer Science or other technical discipline or MBA, preferably with a focus on technologyExperience with managing network security tools in a hospitality industry a plusExperience in leveraging public APIs for developing automation scriptsExperience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Aruba ClearPassStrong preference to have product certifications (CCIE, PCNSE, FMSE and others)Team player with the ability to collaborate and work with cross functional teams in multiple time zonesExperience in researching emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products and synthesizing into clear technology roadmaps and strategiesStrong knowledge of emerging tools, applications, and systems for attaining best-in-class network security posture across the enterpriseExcellent problem-solving skills working independently and through leading outcomes for cross functional teamsExcellent understanding of change management, testing requirements and techniques, to ensure high availability and business readiness of platformsStrong attention to detail with an ability to operate effectively across multiple prioritiesAbility to perform independently as a member of a team and through cross functional initiativesProven track record of driving transformation in network technologies, tools, and processes through a data driven continuous improvement methodologyDemonstrated experience in improving reliability, performance, and agility of complex enterprise networksStrong understanding of network infrastructure automation, instrumentation, and monitoring platforms and the emerging technologies in this areaStrong influencing skills and an ability to overcome barriers while driving changeExcellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences including executives, business stakeholders, and IT teamsStrong understanding of network infrastructure automation, instrumentation, and monitoring platforms and the emerging technologies in this areaStrong influencing skills and an ability to overcome barriers while driving changeExcellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences including executives, business stakeholders, and IT teams.Education and Certifications :
Graduate degree in an engineering or computer science discipline and / or equivalent experience / certificationWork location : Hyderabad, India.
Work mode : Hybrid
Marriott’s core values :
At Marriott, our core value make us who we are. We believe that success is never final. As we change and grow, the beliefs that are most important to us stay the same—putting people first, pursuing excellence, embracing change, acting with integrity, and serving our world. Being part of Marriott Tech Accelerator means being part of a proud history and a thriving culture.