Network Security Engineer

W2 Only

Location: Ohio (OH), North Carolina (NC), South Carolina (SC), Georgia (GA), Indiana (IN), or Alabama (AL)

.Work Type: Onsite – 4 days per week (1 day remote capable if desired)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to support Network Security Operations with a focus on firewall administration, network security monitoring, incident response, and secure network infrastructure support. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing Palo Alto and Cisco security platforms and possess strong troubleshooting skills in enterprise network environments.

Key Responsibilities

Firewall & Network Security Administration

• Configure, manage, and maintain Palo Alto Next Generation Firewalls (NGFW), including security policies, objects, NAT rules, IDS/IPS policies, App-ID, User-ID, threat prevention profiles, Global Protect software client, Always-On VPN, and SASE principles.
• Administer and troubleshoot Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, and FTD devices, including ACLs, VPNs, and IDS/IPS policies.
• Perform firewall rule reviews, cleanup activities, and policy optimization to improve performance and reduce security risks.

Security Operations & Monitoring

• Monitor network security alerts, firewall logs, and traffic anomalies using Panorama, Cisco FMC, SIEM platforms, and packet capture tools.
• Investigate and remediate network-based security incidents in coordination with SOC and incident response teams.
• Perform security event correlation, analysis, and escalation according to established operational procedures.

Network Infrastructure Support

• Support secure network connectivity across data centers, branch locations, cloud environments, and remote access solutions
• Troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking issues impacting routing, switching, VPN tunnels, and security appliances.
• Assist with secure network deployments, migrations, and cloud integration initiatives.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate documentation of firewall configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Support compliance initiatives related to NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, and PCI-DSS frameworks.
• Contribute to security hardening standards and enforcement of best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in Network Security Operations or Firewall Engineering.

Hands-on experience with :

• Palo Alto Networks NGFW (PA Series), Panorama, and Global Protect.
• Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, FMC, and site-to-site/remote access VPNs.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, switching, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, and NAT.
• Experience with log analysis, packet captures, and troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark.
• Knowledge of threat prevention technologies including IDS/IPS, URL filtering, DNS security, and malware analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant certifications such as:

• PCNSE, PCNSA (Palo Alto Networks)
• CCNP Security, CCNA Security (Cisco)
• Security , CySA , CEH, or GSEC
• Experience with SIEM platforms including Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar.
• Familiarity with cloud security in Azure, AWS, or GCP environments.
• Experience with automation scripting using Ansible, Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prioritize and operate effectively in fast-paced environments where production or system downtime requires immediate attention.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Security-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.

Work Requirements

• On-call availability for incident response and operational support.
• Company-provided PC equipment and access for remote troubleshooting and support.
• Weekend and/or adjusted shift work may be required to execute and validate system changes.
• Ability to support and resolve issues remotely or on-site as required.
• Open office environment with adherence to all plant policies and required training.
• Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week based on business and operational needs.

Primary

FocusNetwork Security Operations – Firewalls.