Network Security Engineer (W2 Only)

Role: Network Security Engineer

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or Strongsville, OH 44136 or Birmingham, AL 35233 or Luna Rd Farmers Branch, TX 75234 or Phoenix, AZ 85016(Onsite 5 days a week)

Duration: 6 Month Contract to Perm(Contract to Hire)

W2 Only | No C2C

ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, configure, and deploy firewall rules on Fortinet FortiGate, Azure Firewall, Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs), and AWS Security Groups/Network Firewall.

• Utilize AlgoSec for automated policy management, rule optimization, and compliance checks across on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure).

• Analyze network traffic and security requirements to create optimized, secure firewall rule sets, minimizing risks and ensuring performance.

• Conduct firewall rule audits, cleanups, and optimizations to eliminate redundant or unused rules, using tools like AlgoSec’s Firewall Analyzer or CloudFlow.

• Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related issues, including connectivity, misconfigurations, and performance bottlenecks, using packet captures, logs, and CLI.

• Collaborate with network and security teams to align firewall policies with business needs and compliance standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR).

• Implement and manage VPNs, NAT policies, and application-layer controls across hybrid cloud environments.

• Document firewall configurations, rule changes, and processes for auditing and compliance purposes.

• Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams on firewall management and AlgoSec workflows.

• Stay current on Fortinet, Azure, AWS, and AlgoSec updates, as well as emerging security threats and best practices.

MUST HAVE SKILLS:

• Fortinet certifications (NSE 4, NSE 5, NSE 7) and/or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Security Engineer Associate).

• Experience with other firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point, Cisco) for broader context.

• Knowledge of SD-WAN, IPS, and application control in cloud and on-premises environments.

• Expertise in Fortinet FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, Azure Firewall, Azure NSGs, and AWS Network Firewall/Security Groups.

• Strong understanding of IPsec/SSL VPNs, stateful inspection, and Layer 3/4/7 firewall capabilities.

• Familiarity with cloud-native tools (e.g., AWS VPC Flow Logs, Azure Monitor) and network monitoring solutions.

• Proficiency in configuring and managing Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, Azure Firewalls, Azure NSGs, and AWS Security Groups/Network Firewall.

• Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP/S), security concepts (zero trust, segmentation), and cloud networking (VPCs, VNETs

• Expertise in troubleshooting complex firewall issues using CLI, packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark), and cloud-native logging (e.g., AWS VPC Flow Logs, Azure Monitor).

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and their application to firewall policies.

FLEX SKILLS:

• Advanced proficiency with AlgoSec for unified security policy management across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) for automating firewall rule deployments or audits.

• Advanced experience with AlgoSec’s Security Management Suite, including AutoDiscovery, BusinessFlow, and FireFlow for end-to-end policy management.

• Experience with traffic simulation, risk assessment, and policy compliance tools in AlgoSec.

Pay Range: $50 - $55/hour on W2 - basis location, Experience and other factors