Network Data Security

Job Title: Network and Data Security Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Contract

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled Network and Data Security Engineer to support discovery and integration activities across enterprise environments.
• This role demands deep expertise in network security architecture, data protection strategies, and secure integration of systems across hybrid infrastructures.
• The engineer will work closely with cybersecurity teams, infrastructure architects, and offshore delivery partners to assess, design, and implement secure solutions that meet compliance and business requirements.
• The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen, a proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills to drive security initiatives across distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary security engineering contact for network and data protection across global delivery teams
• Support discovery activities by assessing existing environments for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and integration risks
• Lead integration efforts by defining secure connectivity patterns between on-premises, cloud, and third-party systems
• Implement data protection controls including encryption, DLP, access controls, and secure data transfer mechanisms
• Collaborate with offshore engineers to guide implementation, review configurations, and ensure adherence to security standards
• Conduct risk assessments and support remediation of findings from vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and compliance audits
• Document security architectures, policies, and operational procedures for knowledge sharing and audit readiness
• Participate in change management and release processes to ensure secure deployment of infrastructure and applications

Day in the Life

As a Network and Data Security Engineer, your daily activities may include:

• Reviewing network and system configurations for security gaps and recommending improvements
• Participating in discovery workshops to identify integration points and assess associated risks
• Collaborating with offshore teams to implement secure connectivity and data exchange mechanisms
• Monitoring alerts from SIEM platforms and coordinating incident response efforts
• Updating firewall rules, VPN configurations, and access control policies based on evolving requirements
• Supporting audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation and evidence of controls
• Attending sync meetings with infrastructure and application teams to align on secure design patterns
• Documenting security findings, mitigation plans, and lessons learned for continuous improvement

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on expertise in network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, proxies)
• Deep understanding of data protection principles including encryption, access control, and secure data flows
• Familiarity with cloud security (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform), including secure VNet NSGs, UDRs and identity management
• Proven ability to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies in hybrid environments
• Excellent troubleshooting skills in network and security operations
• Strong communication and coordination skills to work across global/offshore teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Experience with secure integration of cloud and on-premises systems
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA)
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and integration of security into CI/CD pipelines