Network Security Engineer 2

Job#: 3041286

Job Description:
Remote Network Security Engineer
Overview

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to join a team responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network security solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of security technologies and collaborate with multiple IT teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions that support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is passionate about network security, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This position provides opportunities to expand technical expertise and contribute to the ongoing evolution of security architecture, cloud security, and infrastructure protection.
Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support network security solutions across enterprise environments.
• Configure, deploy, and administer Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls.
• Manage and maintain firewall policies, security controls, and related security technologies.
• Perform end-to-end security analysis and assessments on infrastructure and technology solutions.
• Ensure security architecture, configuration standards, and best practices are followed during project delivery.
• Support cloud security operations across AWS and Azure environments, including:
  • Identity and access management
  • Secure configuration management
  • Network security
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Data protection
  • Monitoring and logging
• Conduct risk assessments and security reviews to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation plans.
• Evaluate existing technologies, processes, and controls to identify opportunities for security improvements.
• Participate in testing, research, and investigation activities to improve operational effectiveness and security posture.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, operational procedures, and security standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver secure, high-quality solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and security-related issues.

Required Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Must reside within the United States.
• Ability to work during U.S. Central Time business hours.
• 3+ years of experience in network engineering, network security, cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience supporting network and cloud security environments (AWS and/or Azure).
• Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and administering Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls.
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation, architecture diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
• Strong understanding of network security concepts, technologies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Commitment to incorporating security principles into all aspects of technology design and operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering security technologies such as:
  • Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions
  • Threat detection and monitoring platforms
• Knowledge of scripting, automation, and security content development.
• Experience building dashboards and security reporting solutions.
• Experience performing security assessments, identifying control gaps, and implementing remediation recommendations.
• Experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with firewall auditing, compliance, and policy monitoring tools such as FireMon.
• Experience with Cisco Firepower technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• AWS Security
• Azure Security
• Palo Alto Networks
• Cisco Firepower
• Terraform
• Ansible
• FireMon
• Network Architecture
• Risk Assessment
• Security Operations
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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