Network Security DevOps Engineer

Spring, TX, US • Posted 22 hours ago • Updated 22 hours ago
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$60 - $65/hr
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Skills

  • Network Security
  • Network Security Engineering
  • Firewall Management
  • Fortinet FortiGate
  • FortiManager
  • FortiAnalyzer
  • Cisco ASA
  • Cisco CSM
  • Cisco FTD
  • Cisco FMC
  • Juniper SRX
  • Junos Space
  • TCP/IP
  • OSI Model
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • ACLs
  • VPN
  • IDS/IPS
  • NAT
  • DNS
  • Authentication Technologies
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Python
  • GitHub
  • Jinja2
  • REST APIs
  • Jenkins
  • DevOps
  • Automation
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • AWS Security
  • Azure Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Virtual Firewalls
  • VRF
  • VXLAN
  • Datadog
  • AlgoSec
  • Agile
  • SAFe
  • Troubleshooting
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Network Monitoring
  • Splunk
  • SD-WAN
  • Zero-Ops

Summary

Position Tittle: Network Security DevOps Engineer
Location: Spring Texas (On-Site)
Visa: H1B Transfer/USC/ EAD
Duration: Long Term
 
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Job Details:
  • We are standing up a new Network Security DevOps organization focused on modernizing, automating, and operating enterprise firewall and network security services at global scale.
  • This role offers high visibility and real impact—you’ll help shape how security is engineered, deployed, and operated across complex environments.
  • As a Network Security DevOps Engineer, you’ll work hands-on with leading firewall platforms, cloud-native security, and automation tooling.
  • This is an ideal role for a driven engineer who takes ownership, demonstrates leadership, and thrives in fast-paced, highly collaborative environments.
Responsibilities
  • Firewall & Network Security Engineering
    • Design, implement, operate, and maintain Fortinet FortiGate firewalls across global data centers, offices, and business edge locations.
    • Support migration from legacy firewall platforms, including:
      • Juniper SRX
      • Cisco ASA
      • Cisco FTD
    • Leverage FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for centralized configuration, automation, monitoring, and reporting.
    • Participate in the evaluation and potential adoption of FortiSOAR and FortiSandbox.
    • Partner with OT teams managing Palo Alto firewall environments.
  • Automation & DevOps
    • Build and maintain automation for firewall deployments and policy management.
    • Develop infrastructure-as-code and automation using:Ansible, Terraform, GitHub, Python, REST APIs, Jenkins, Jinja2, and YAML
    • Contribute to a Zero-Ops / automation-first strategy, reducing manual work and increasing reliability and scalability. 
  • Cloud & Virtual Firewalls
    • Deploy and manage virtual firewalls in AWS and Azure environments.
    • Support future SD-WAN initiatives, including a potential migration to Fortinet-based SD-WAN technologies.
  • Operations & Support
    • Provide monitoring, troubleshooting, incident response, and vulnerability assessments.
    • Manage upgrades, patching, break/fix, and operational run activities.
    • Participate in a rotating global on-call (“follow-the-sun”) schedule.
    • Troubleshoot network and security issues using FortiAnalyzer and Splunk logs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Work closely with cybersecurity, network engineering, cloud, application, and delivery teams.
    • Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and standardized operational processes.
    • Engage stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure, scalable solutions.
Qualifications
 
Required Experience
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in network security engineering and/or operations.
  • Strong expertise with enterprise firewall platforms:Fortinet FortiGate (FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer highly preferred)
  • Cisco ASA / CSM
  • Cisco FTD / FMC
  • Juniper SRX (Junos Space)
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals:TCP/IP, OSI model, routing/switching, ACLs
  • Experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAT, DNS, and authentication technologies.
Preferred Technical Skills
  • Automation and DevOps experience using Ansible, Terraform, Python, GitHub, Jinja2, REST APIs, Jenkins
  • Cloud security experience in AWS and Azure
  • Advanced troubleshooting of routing and switching, including VRF and VXLAN
  • Familiarity with Datadog, Algosec, and similar tools
  • Experience working in Agile / SAFe environments
Certifications (Preferred, Not Required)
  • Fortinet: FCA, FCSS, NSE series
  • Cisco: CCNA or CCNP Security
  • Security: CISSP, GIAC
Soft Skills
  • Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a global virtual team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a rapidly evolving environment.
  • Analytical problem-solver and collaborative team player.
  • Strong Plus Factors
  • Experience supporting large, complex global enterprise networks
  • Prior experience in oil & gas or similarly regulated industries
Top 3 Skills for Success
  • Network Security Firewalls – Fortinet (primary), Cisco, Juniper
  • Automation & Scripting – Ansible, Terraform, Python
  • Cloud Connectivity & Security – AWS and Azure
 
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  • Dice Id: 91140092
  • Position Id: TIS0604
  • Posted 22 hours ago

Company Info

About Transcend IT Solutions

Our business model has scaled to successful heights on account of the long-lasting and loyal relationship with our clients, partners and candidates who have been pillar foundation of why Transcend IT Solutions is a market leader.

Our team has an outstanding track record of success in project staffing, project development and management, and consulting services. With firsthand experience in these areas, we have a sound understanding of our client’s needs.

Transcend IT Solutions provides assistance with staffing for all Information Technology roles. Providing the best-fit person of the highest caliber is our recruiting team’s goal. Our success is based on longevity of client-candidate relationships. Whether it is an individual team member or an entire team, Transcend IT Solutions will assist you with your staffing needs.

Our consulting services cover all aspects of Information Technology. Our expert consultants provide expertise in the areas of project management, requirement gathering and management, analysis and design, construction, quality control and assurance, and system deployment. As well as being individual contributors, our consultants also provide mentoring, process improvement expertise, and reviews and audits of existing projects.

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