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Sr. Network Security Engineer

INSPYR Solutions
Houston, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025

Title: Network Security Engineer
Location: Houston, TX (Onsite Daily in 77064)
Duration: Contract/Contract-to-Hire
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US. W2/Direct-employment only.
 
Key Points:

  • This position requires strong knowledge and experience in Palo Alto firewalls, as well as a broad understanding of network and cyber security.
  • This position is onsite 100% in Houston, TX (77064) and non-local candidates will not be considered.
 
Job Summary
The Senior Network Security Engineer will play a key role in the Cybersecurity Engineering team in managing risks to the information assets and systems of the organization by implementing and supporting the enterprise-wide network security architecture. The responsibilities will include implementing, maintaining, and supporting the technology platforms that provide network security (cloud security (AWS, Azure), SASE, Zero Trust architecture).


Responsibilities:
  • Work with various application teams to design, install, implement, architect, configure, and maintain one or more network security management platforms (SIEM, SOAR, NDR) for on-premise and cloud deployments
  • Prepare test cases and regression test plans, as well as perform unit and peer testing
  • Create documentation of the process, guidelines, standards, and technical specifications, as well as draw network and system architecture diagrams
  • Perform daily ad hoc support with strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and be available for after-hours emergency support
  • Perform system and application patching during monthly after-hour maintenance windows
 
Skills Required / Qualifications: 
  • 5 years of professional IT experience working in network security engineering
  • 3 years of experience working with network security management technology platforms (SIEM, NDR) such as Splunk, ExtraHop, Palo Alto, Firemon, Cisco, etc.
  • Expert knowledge of Palo Alto Firewall technologies
  • Expert knowledge of WAN technologies
  • Expert knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, SASE
  • Strong foundational knowledge of overall infrastructure functionality and networking design concepts.
  • Solid understanding of IP routing protocols
  • Experience maintaining network performance through network monitoring and analysis, QoS service implementation, and performance tuning; troubleshooting network problems
  • Working knowledge of enterprise-class Infrastructure environments
  • Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Ability to author technical documents and create procedure manuals
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, and proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of the organization's goals and objectives
  • Ability to conduct research into current and future technologies
  • Active member of one or more security associations (ISSA, ISACA, InfraGard, etc.) is preferred
 
Our benefits package includes:
  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Competitive pay, 401(k)
  • Retirement plan
  • …and much more!

 
About INSPYR Solutions:
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
 
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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