Senior Network Security Engineer

• Improve reliability and speed of security operations through automation and AI tools.

• Enhance the organization’s network security posture through the implementation of new vendor solutions.

• Ensure compliance with network security standards, governance, and industry best practices.

• Provide critical support for global remote field offices and data centers, ensuring secure and reliable network connectivity.

• Utilize automation to streamline deployment configurations, improving efficiency and consistency.

• Support the advancement and maintenance of Zero Trust Architecture, reinforcing the organization’s security framework.

• Contribute to the resolution of network security issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

• 4+ years of experience working on current, industry-leading (Gartner Leaders) technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

• Proficiency in network configuration management and automation tools (Python, Ansible, OpenStack, Terraform).

• Familiarity with REST API automation and configuration-management secure coding.

• General knowledge of NIST, CIS Benchmark, and/or STIG security frameworks.

• Strong experience with zero-day mitigation and remediation.

• Experience with MFA, SSO, and SAML deployment.

• Certifications such as PCNSE, ZIA/ZPA, CCNP, CCDP, CCIE, CISSP, CCDE, CEH, or Security+ (or equivalent work experience) are a strong plus.

• Familiarity with Cisco ACI and application service chaining.

• Familiarity with Aruba ClearPass NAC.

• Deep understanding of network security systems and protocols such as IPSec, IKE, GRE, TACACS, RADIUS, 802.1x, OSPF, DMVPN, BGP, and SD-WAN.

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Versa, and Aruba devices.

• Experience configuring Palo Alto, Zscaler, and SASE solutions.

• Knowledge of frontier AI threat risk and prevention.

• Ability to work after hours to support projects and maintenance activities.

• Well-versed in automation and scripting tools such as Python and Ansible.

• Ability to create best-practice secure environment diagrams and documentation.

• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technologies and products using documentation and online resources.

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Knowledge of quantum-resistant encryption and migration planning.

• Exposure to AI/ML frameworks such as scikit-learn, PyTorch, or Azure ML.

• Cloud experience in GCP, Azure, and AWS.

• Experience working in a global team environment and solving problems independently.

• Master’s degree in Network or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity.