Security/Networking Product Verification Engineer – Actalent

Title of the Job: Security/Networking Product Verification Engineer

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Description: Description:Seeking experienced, driven, and talented professionals to play a vital role in advancing our automation-focused test strategies for system-level validation of innovative optical networking solutions. Our solutions are based on cutting-edge innovative technologies aimed at meeting the performance, scalability, reliability, and feature requirements of our diverse global customer base, including Telecom service providers and content providers.

• Evaluate System requirements & Functional specifications and develop comprehensive security and data communication solution test plans to validate customer use-cases and product capabilities.

• Actively develop automation scripts using Automation Framework to validate customer use case scenarios and workflows, continue to evolve the capabilities of already developed automation scripts, and drive the evolution/improvement of the Automation framework.

• Ability to plan, execute, and complete Security report assessment using one or more of the following: vulnerability scanners, fuzz testers, or penetration testing tools

• Ability to understand, plan and execute network level qualification activities using one or more of the following: L2/L3 Routers and switches, IPv4/IPv6, IP Management for IPv4/IPv6, subnetting, or industry standard topologies.

• Execute system level tests for network elements using fully automated, semi-automated and manual test methods, providing coverage across all North Bound user interfaces such as CLI, Netconf, Rest, gRPC etc. as well as Network Management Systems.

• Analyze test results, log defect reports, reproduction and debugging of issues, work with designers to troubleshoot, and retest defect resolution.

• Conduct and participate in peer reviews for Test plans documents and Automation Scripts.

• Plan and build test lab environments for solution-level test execution.

• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members and conduct knowledge sharing sessions on moderate to complex topics.

Top Skills

• 5+ years of relevant experience in system testing within the Security and Networking domain
• Test Automation of network devices with the ability to write effective automation scripts using Python
• One or more of the following Certifications or equivalent would be an asset:

• Cisco CCNA or CCNP
• Offensive Security Certified Professional/ Certified Expert (OSCP/OSCE)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• CompTIA Security + or PenTest+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong customer focus and a firm commitment to product excellence and quality.

• Ability to understand customers’ network and security needs, expectations, and perspectives, particularly in relation to the Optical Network Designs of Telecom Service Providers and Global Content Provider Networks

• Strong familiarity with Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes and source control technologies.

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Network Security principles and practice, Vulnerability & Threat Analysis, Data Communication Network protocols and operations as well as Operating System Management.

• Excellent understanding and experience with security concepts such as: AAA (Authentication, Authorization and Accounting) Security Framework, Encryption Key Models, Secure Logging.

• Solid working knowledge and application of common penetration testing methodologies and tools.

• Experience with Qualys VA, Tenable, Wireshark, NMAP, Metasploit, or Synopsys Defensics is considered an asset.

• Excellent understanding of and experience with networking principles, standards and technology including different layers in OSI Model, TCP/IP, WANs, V/LANs, common protocols including HTTP/S, S/FTP, SSL/TLS/SSH, DNS, OSPF, BGP.

• Networking Experience using L2/L3 devices such as Cisco iOS and Juniper OS would be an asset

• High proficiency in Test Automation of network devices with the ability to write effective automation scripts using Python, automation frameworks, git-based source code control systems, Jenkins, and containerized virtual test environments. Experience with model-based Network management protocols (open-config) and interfaces (gRPC, Netconf, Rest, SNMP, CLI)

• Experience in test effort estimation, test case planning, and test lab resource planning based on product requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to help facilitate root cause analysis of issues

Experience Level:Expert LevelÀ propos d’Actalent:Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services d’ingénierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires à faire progresser leurs initiatives en matière d’ingénierie et de science en leur donnant accès à des experts spécialisés qui favorisent la mise à l’échelle, l’innovation et la mise en marché rapide. Avec un réseau de près de 30 000 consultants et plus de 4 500 clients aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du classement Fortune 500.La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusionChez Actalent, la diversité et l’inclusion constituent le pont vers l’équité et la réussite de notre personnel. La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion (DE&I) sont ancrées dans notre culture par :

• L’embauche des talents diversifiés ;
• Le maintien d’un environnement inclusif par une autoréflexion permanente ;
• La mise en place d’une culture de soin, d’engagement, et de reconnaissance par des résultats concrets ;
• L’assurance des opportunités de croissance pour nos gens.

Actalent est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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