Network Security Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for network security, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for network services, including: firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS, DHCP, web security, ISE, DMVPN and NAC.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• GCFE, GCFA, GCIA, GCIH or CEH certification
• Proficient with security hardware and software (Proxy, DLP, Secure E-Mail Gateway, etc…)
• Familiar with security hardware and software (Firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPN)
• Familiar with virtualization technologies (VMware, AWS, Azure)
• SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) - preferably Splunk
• WAF (Web Application Firewall) - Imperva or another vendor of firewalls for Web Services
• Additional training, preferably from Cisco Networking Academy or similar institution
• Experience with DDoS detection and defense strategies at scale

Please consider me for the network security opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for increased level of investigation into CPU usage, memory, disk usage using appropriate OS specific tools or commands across either Windows, Linux or Network Security fields.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Familiarity with Snort or other intrusion detection system
• Previous IT documentation experience
• Cisco VOIP telephony
• IDS and SEIM systems
• Experience in a multi-network systems environment
• Understanding of Network Load balancing principles and configurations
• Direct experience with Cisco routers, Catalyst switches and Nexus switches
• Understanding of PCi, principles and standards

In response to your job posting for network security, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for security services, including: NAC, SIEM, firewalls, logging, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, TACACS+ and VPN.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• A deep understanding of network protocols, including IP and related transports, BGP, and IS-IS
• Solid understanding of application protocols, including DNS, DNSSEC, HTTP, and TLS
• Experience with and understanding of routing authentication mechanisms including RPKI
• Excellent IP networks background
• Very good understanding of network security technologies (IPsec, VPN, AAA, CISCO security, PKI, RAS, RADUIS, TACACS, Firewall, Antivirus)
• Good understanding of the UNIX and Linux
• Excellent understanding of IT & operating systems
• Good understanding of incident & change management processes

In response to your job posting for network security, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for security guidance and oversight to engineering and operational teams by participating in design reviews and threat modeling for Linux OS and related application security.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Documents existing network design for support purposes or in support of an upcoming change
• Asists clients from various Business Units with project requirements design and projects
• Assist local support with wireless deployments and wireless connectivity
• Demonstrable proficiency with network security devices such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS or Unified Threat Management devices
• Solid understanding of datacenter switching networks and networking fundamentals, including Layer 2 Protocols (STP, RSTP/MSTP, 802.1q, 802.3ad) and Layer 3 Protocols (OSPF, BGP)
• Understanding of log management and alerting
• Proficiency with creating and maintaining technical/process documentation that ensures efficient, consistent support and demonstrates policy compliance
• CCNA Routing & Switching or CCNA Security certification, or demonstrable equivalent experience

I am excited to be applying for the position of network security. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for administrative support (e.g., computer skills, scheduling and filing) to Internal Security Controls,Government Security Investigations and Communication Security and completes tasks.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Cisco ASA or Palo Alto firewalls experience
• McAfee SIEM or equivalent knowledge
• Knowledge of Qualys or Rapid 7 products
• McAfee EPO knowledge
• Cisco ACS or ISE experience
• CISSP, CEH, Security+ or equivalent certifications
• Microsoft Windows or Linux operating systems experience
• Deep understanding of computer networking (including 802.11 a/b/g/n)