Network Security Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee and manage the network security infrastructure, which includes Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls, Network Access Control platforms, and micro-segmentation systems.

• Conduct audits of configurations on routers, switches, and wireless devices.

• Monitor and maintain firewall infrastructure, VPN, NAC platform, micro-segmentation platform, and various security tools.

• Work collaboratively with information security and network teams to establish and enforce security policies and configurations.

• Analyze and troubleshoot firewall rule sets that impact application performance and availability.

• Support change management by evaluating configuration impacts and implementing approved changes.

• Participate in team and departmental meetings, providing updates on projects, initiatives, and incidents.

• Ensure compliance with IT Architecture principles, guidelines, and Information Security Standards.

• Collaborate with external partners to deliver network security services.

• Utilize AlgoSec or Tufin to analyze firewall rule sets, identify misconfigurations and gaps, and optimize policies.

• Execute micro-segmentation using firewalls and tools such as Illumio or Guardicore.

• Respond to support calls, incidents, and requests related to network and security infrastructure.

• Configure and enhance firewall logs sent to the SOC.

• Adhere to SOPs and maintain daily operational checklists.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 3+ years of networking experience and 2 years of practical firewall engineering experience.

• Proven experience managing Palo Alto Firewall infrastructure within an enterprise environment.

• Extensive hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting using Palo Alto Panorama and SCM (Strata Cloud Manager) interfaces.

• PCNSA, PCNSE, or CISSP certifications are preferred.

• Strong understanding and broad troubleshooting experience with VPN technologies (site-to-site, remote access client, IPSec, IKE, tunnel modes, SSL, and tunnels between firewalls).

• Experience in micro-segmentation within a virtualized Data Center environment.

• Familiarity with Network Access Control (NAC) concepts and fundamentals.

• Basic knowledge of network engineering, SDWAN, and LAN/WAN technologies and topologies.

• Fundamental understanding of Cisco routers, switches, and Cisco and Aruba wireless infrastructure.

• Ability to operate within a 24/7 environment across multiple time zones.

• Willingness to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.

• Aptitude for collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary along with bonus opportunities.

• Generous paid time off (minimum of three weeks).

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Paid parental leave.

• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500).

• Bundle of joy benefit (a year’s supply of free diapers for all team members welcoming a new baby).

• Tuition assistance for continued education.

• Wellness program offering up to $4,000 in savings per year on insurance premiums.