qode.world

Lead Network Security Engineer

qode.world

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: FloridaFloridaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $55 - $65 per hour

Job Level

About the role

  • Maintain, secure, and administer enterprise and industrial network systems
  • Troubleshoot complex issues involving network hardware, software, remote access, VPN, and SCADA‑related equipment
  • Lead disaster recovery and backup strategy improvements (AWS experience preferred)
  • Conduct intrusion detection, prevention, and security testing activities
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve IT security strategy
  • Benchmark network and security configurations for performance and design validation
  • Manage network configuration and deployment (Meraki, Cisco, Dell)
  • Design and maintain firewall rule sets and policies (Meraki)
  • Produce professional network diagrams and operational documentation for leadership and project teams
  • Design and support industrial control networks (Rockwell Automation, Stratix switches preferred)
  • Monitor network performance, alarms, and device health (Netbrain, Wazuh a plus)
  • Recommend enhancements to reduce downtime and improve operational resilience
  • Guide and mentor analysts and engineers across functional teams
  • Train internal personnel on cybersecurity best practices

Requirements

  • Ability to travel up to **10%** (Texas, Panama, Aruba, Curaçao)
  • **10+ years** of related network engineering experience
  • **CCNA, CCNP R&S**, or equivalent hands‑on expertise
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience with at least **two** of the following:
  • TCP/IP network design, implementation, administration, support
  • Network security architecture and administration
  • Network monitoring and management
  • Remote access and VPN platforms
  • Deep knowledge of network hardware, software, systems engineering, access control, firewalls, and cybersecurity posture
  • Experience with IT strategy development, portfolio management, and systems engineering disciplines
  • Preferred experience with industrial networks and SCADA controls (Rockwell, Stratix)
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of working across functional teams toward shared solutions
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency with technical writing and diagramming tools
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
network administrationnetwork troubleshootingIT security strategydisaster recoverybackup strategynetwork configurationfirewall designnetwork monitoringcybersecurityTCP/IP
Soft Skills
communicationanalytical skillsmentoringtrainingcollaboration
Certifications
CCNACCNP R&SBachelor's degree