Network security

Overview

On Site
Full Time
Part Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Network Security
Telecommuting
Communication
Vulnerability Assessment
Threat Modeling
Collaboration
IT Management
Interfaces
Scripting
Cyber Security
Threat Analysis
Risk Assessment
Vulnerability Management
Incident Management
TCP/IP
Subnetwork
Inspection
Firewall
IPsec
SSL
TLS
Network Monitoring
Wireshark
Network
Intrusion Detection
IDS
IPS
Command-line Interface
Log Analysis
SIEM
Palo Alto
CheckPoint
VMware
Technical Direction

Job Details

Description:

**Contractor must live in PA**



**Hybrid--2 days in the office, 3 days telework per week, may be adjusted according to the manager's direction and operational needs**

This role will be responsible for designing and optimizing secure, scalable, and resilient network solutions across enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation, vendor-specific knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and architect secure network infrastructures aligned with business and security requirements.

Evaluate and implement firewall technologies, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure communication protocols.

Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and threat modeling to inform architectural decisions.

Collaborate with engineering, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of network and security solutions.

Lead incident response architecture and contribute to post-incident reviews and improvements.

Provide technical leadership and guidance on vendor-specific technologies and best practices.

Document architecture designs, standards, and procedures for internal and external stakeholders.

Required Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnetting).

Expertise in firewall technologies (stateful inspection, next-gen firewalls, Layer 7 filtering).

Proficiency in security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS).

Experience with network monitoring tools (Wireshark, network analyzers).

Hands-on knowledge of IDS/IPS systems.

Proficiency with command line interfaces and scripting.

Familiarity with log analysis and SIEM tools.

Security Knowledge:

Solid grasp of cybersecurity principles and frameworks.

Understanding of threat intelligence, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.

Experience in risk assessment and vulnerability management.

Knowledge of incident response procedures and lifecycle.

Vendor-Specific Expertise:

Palo Alto Networks

Check Point

VMware NSX-T

Zscaler


Skill

Required / Desired

Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, subnetting)

Required

Firewall technologies and architectures (stateful inspection, next-generation firewalls, L7 filtering)

Required

Security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS)

Required

Network monitoring and analysis tools (Wireshark, network analyzers)

Required

Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)

Required

Command line interface proficiency

Required

Log analysis and SIEM tools

Required

Vendor-Specific Knowledge: Palo Alto, Check Point, VMware NSX-T, Zscaler

Required

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