Network Security Engineer

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Network Security Engineer to design, implement, monitor, and support enterprise security infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in next-generation firewalls, SIEM platforms, cloud security, Zero Trust architecture, and modern cybersecurity operations.

The role requires hands-on experience with technologies such as Fortinet, SonicWall, Palo Alto Networks, SIEM solutions, SASE, SD-WAN, endpoint security, and threat detection platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network security solutions
• Configure and administer Fortinet, SonicWall, and Palo Alto firewalls
• Implement and maintain VPNs, IPS/IDS, web filtering, NAT, ACLs, and segmentation policies
• Monitor security events using SIEM, XDR, and SOC monitoring platforms
• Investigate security incidents, perform threat analysis, and support incident response activities
• Manage firewall policies, security rules, and compliance controls
• Implement Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and identity-based security controls
• Support cloud security initiatives across AWS, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure
• Configure and support SD-WAN and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation activities
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to secure enterprise environments
• Maintain security documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and audit records
• Participate in on-call rotations and critical incident handling

Required Skills & Technologies

Firewall & Network Security

Fortinet FortiGate

SonicWall

Palo Alto Networks

Check Point (preferred)

Cisco Firepower / ASA

VPN Technologies (IPSec / SSL VPN)

IDS/IPS

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

NAC (Network Access Control)

Modern Security Technologies

Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)

ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access)

SASE (Secure Access Service Edge)

SD-WAN Security

SSE (Security Service Edge)

CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker)

Micro-segmentation

Secure Remote Access Solutions

SIEM, SOC & Threat Detection

Experience with one or more

Splunk

QRadar

Microsoft Sentinel

LogRhythm

ArcSight

Elastic SIEM

Knowledge of

• SOC operations
• Threat hunting
• Log correlation
• MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Incident response
• Threat intelligence integration

Cloud & Infrastructure Security

AWS Security

Microsoft Azure Security

• Hybrid cloud networking
• Cloud firewall management

Security Groups / NSGs

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Endpoint & Advanced Security

EDR/XDR platforms

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Defender

SentinelOne

Endpoint hardening

DLP (Data Loss Prevention)

Email security solutions

Networking Fundamentals

Strong understanding of

TCP/IP

Routing & Switching

VLANs

BGP / OSPF

DNS / DHCP

Load Balancing

Network troubleshooting

Automation & Scripting (Preferred)

Python

PowerShell

• Bash scripting
• Security automation
• SOAR platforms

Preferred Certifications

Fortinet NSE / FCP

Palo Alto PCNSA / PCNSE

CCNP Security

CISSP

CEH

CompTIA Security+

Microsoft SC Certifications

AWS Security Specialty

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities
• Proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement