Network Security Engineer

Hiring : W2 Candidates Only

Visa : Open to any visa type with valid work authorization in the USA

Summary

A Network Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures to protect organizational data and systems from cyber threats. This role focuses on building resilient network architectures, monitoring for vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Configure, manage, and optimize firewalls, VPNs, IDS / IPS, and other security devices.
• Monitor network traffic and logs for suspicious activity using SIEM and other monitoring tools.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and regular security audits.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, minimizing impact and downtime.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and system engineering teams to secure new systems and applications.
• Implement security patches, updates, and configuration changes to maintain a secure network.
• Maintain detailed network security documentation, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend improvements.
• Integrate network security solutions with enterprise applications, cloud services, and APIs.
• Troubleshoot network and security issues in production environments.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on network security best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing and security awareness initiatives.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills / Duties