Network Security Engineer

  • Various, MO
  • Posted 6 days ago | Updated 12 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Health Care
Cyber Security
Privacy
Authentication
NetFlow
Network Design
Statistics
Mathematics
Computer Science
Proxies
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
Wireshark
Snort
Nagios
Scripting
Python
Network Security
Firewall
Agile
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Apex
Oracle Application Express

Job Details

Job#: 2072484

Job Description:

Apex Systems is hiring for a Network Security Engineer role to start work with our healthcare client.

Job details are below. Please apply and attach an updated copy of your resume if you are interested!

Contract Duration: 12-month contract-to-hire role

Expected Start Date: May 2025

100% Remote role - equipment will provided by the client

Client does not have a time zone preference

Job description

Applies cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and non-repudiation on key network security and netflow security tools).

Analyzes, streamlines, and automates operational tasks and processes to protect companys network infrastructure and components against adversaries as well as helping build network security systems and solutions.

Defines network security standards as well as implements and maintains technologies to measure conformance against network security standards.

The ideal candidate will have:

A Bachelors degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science).

2 - 4 years of related experience.

Experience with Network security technologies (ex., Firewalls, proxy, and DNS environments)

Knowledge of Network security tools like Wireshark, Snort, Nagios, etc.

Day to day will include:

Write scripting code within Python and working with firewalls daily.

This position will contribute to the development and refinement of solutions to support daily operations and improve our firewall monitoring.

Performance involves working towards team success.

This position is different than most network security engineers because it involves the coding and automation side of network security.

Ideal candidate will play a key role in driving innovation and efficiency.

This project will involve the development within network security to automate our tasks and improve our firewall monitoring.

The team runs Agile and collaborates as a team around tasks, we place a high value on cross-functional collaboration, working closely together to deliver secure solutions.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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