Network Security Engineer (W2 Only)

Hybrid in Jersey City, NJ, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Contract W2
24 Months
Hybrid
$60 - $70/hr
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Job Details

Skills

  • Python
  • Palo Alto
  • WAF
  • Network Security
  • Firewall
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • LLM
  • Illumio

Summary

Job Title: Network Security Engineer

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Job Summary

Seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer with 15+ years of networking/network security experience to design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise network security solutions. The role focuses on Palo Alto, network segmentation, Illumio, WAF, NAC, NDR, Python automation, and AI/LLM integration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage global network security and segmentation solutions.
  • Develop Python/AI/LLM-based automation for network security processes.
  • Deploy and manage Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect, and Illumio.
  • Troubleshoot WAF, NDR, NAC/Cisco ISE, IPS/IDS, and other security platforms.
  • Work with Network, Infrastructure, Application, and Security teams to integrate security solutions.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and resolve complex network security incidents.
  • Support security architecture, policies, projects, and technical initiatives.
  • Mentor team members and work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Skills

  • 10+ years in Networking / Network Security.
  • Strong Palo Alto Firewall & GlobalProtect experience.
  • Illumio / Micro-Segmentation experience preferred.
  • Python, Network Automation, AI/LLM experience.
  • Experience with WAF, NAC, NDR, IPS/IDS, Cisco ISE.
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI, subnetting/CIDR.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting with Wireshark, TCPDump, NetFlow, Syslog, etc.
  • Knowledge of security controls, threat management, incident response, and encryption.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred

  • Zscaler, Cloudflare, Check Point, Fortinet, F5, Prisma Access, Zero Trust/SASE.
  • Certifications such as PCNSE, CCNA/CCNP, Security+, or CISSP.
  • Illumio certification/experience.
  • Availability for occasional 24/7 emergency support.
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  • Dice Id: 90929707
  • Position Id: 9092390
  • Posted 5 hours ago
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