Design and maintain secure network infrastructures.
Develop and enforce security policies.
Monitor for threats and respond to incidents.
Manage next-generation firewalls and configure security profiles.
Monitor network and security logs using SIEM/SOAR tools.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate patching cycles.
Develop and maintain security policies and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Support cloud deployments and integrate firewalls with logging and security tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3–7 years of hands-on experience in network security engineering.
CCNP Enterprise or equivalent certifications
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing/switching, VLANs, VPNs, and Layer 2/3 protocols.
Expertise in one or more firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet, Check Point).
Experience with IDS/IPS, NAC (Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass), and network segmentation.
Proficiency with SIEM tools, packet analysis, and log analysis.
Solid understanding of security frameworks (NIST CSF, CIS Controls) and regulatory standards.

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

network security engineeringTCP/IProutingswitchingVLANsVPNsLayer 2 protocolsLayer 3 protocolsfirewall platformsvulnerability assessments

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information SecurityBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceCCNP Enterprise