Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer with solid hands-on experience in network security technologies, specifically Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks firewalls, and practical experience securing AWS cloud environments. The role focuses on implementing, operating, and optimizing network security controls across on-premises and cloud infrastructures.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, security-focused, and comfortable working in both traditional network environments and cloud-based architectures.

Key Responsibilities

Network Security Operations

• Design, implement, and support secure network infrastructures across on-prem and AWS environments
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to network security incidents and alerts
• Perform firewall rule reviews, policy optimization, and change management
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues

Firewall & Perimeter Security

• Hands-on administration of Fortinet (FortiGate) firewalls including:
• Security policies, NAT, VPN, and routing
• IPS, Web Filtering, Application Control, and SSL inspection
• Hands-on administration of Palo Alto Networks firewalls including:
• Security policies, NAT, VPNs
• App-ID, User-ID, Content-ID, WildFire
• Manage HA configurations, upgrades, patches, and backup/restore activities

Cloud Network Security (AWS)

• Secure AWS network architectures using:
• VPC design, subnets, route tables, IGWs, NAT Gateways
• Security Groups and Network ACLs
• Deploy and manage firewalls in AWS (FortiGate VM, Palo Alto VM-Series)
• Implement and maintain site-to-site and client VPNs between AWS and on-prem
• Support cloud security best practices and shared responsibility model

Network & Connectivity

• Support LAN, WAN, and Internet connectivity
• Work with routing and switching concepts (BGP, OSPF, VLANs)
• Implement network segmentation and zero-trust network principles

Security & Compliance

• Ensure network security controls meet organizational security standards
• Support audits and compliance initiatives (ISO 27001, SOC, PCI, etc.)