Senior Network Security Engineer

Our client is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to design implement and support secure enterprise network infrastructures across a diverse portfolio of clients. This role focuses on enterprise networking cybersecurity firewall administration SD-WAN and compliance within highly regulated environments. This is a 100% remote position with up to 25% travel for client implementations and major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design implement and support enterprise network infrastructure across multi-site and hybrid cloud environments. Configure and manage enterprise firewall platforms including Palo Alto Fortinet Cisco ASA/Firepower Juniper SRX and Sophos . Administer enterprise routing and switching utilizing BGP OSPF HSRP/VRRP VLANs QoS Cisco Catalyst/Nexus Juniper Aruba and Meraki technologies. Design and support SD-WAN VPN and secure remote access solutions. Implement network segmentation Zero Trust architecture and security hardening initiatives. Support compliance efforts for CMMC Level 2 NIST 800-171 and SOC 2 environments. Configure and maintain IDS/IPS NAC SIEM integrations and security monitoring tools. Respond to network security incidents and assist with remediation efforts. Develop network diagrams technical documentation and audit-ready change records. Partner with engineering teams and clients to successfully deliver infrastructure and security projects.

Required Qualifications

6+ years of enterprise network and security engineering experience. Strong experience with enterprise firewall platforms preferably Palo Alto Fortinet and Cisco . Expertise in enterprise routing switching SD-WAN and VPN technologies. Experience implementing network segmentation and Zero Trust security models. Working knowledge of CMMC Level 2 NIST 800-171 and SOC 2 compliance requirements. Experience with IDS/IPS Cisco ISE Aruba ClearPass or SIEM platforms. Strong troubleshooting documentation and communication skills. Ability to travel up to 25% .

Preferred Certifications

PCNSE Fortinet NSE 4+ (or equivalent) CCNP Enterprise or Security JNCIS CISSP (preferred)