Network Security Engineer

Role Overview

Primary Skills - Must Have

• Hands-on experience in configuring and managing enterprise firewalls, preferably Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco.
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including routing, switching, VLANs, BGP, and OSPF.
• Experience in configuring and troubleshooting SSL VPN and IPsec VPN.
• Practical experience with firewall policies, NAT, access controls, and network segmentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity, routing, DNS, and firewall-related issues.
• Experience managing routers, switches, and enterprise network infrastructure.
• Understanding of network security principles and secure network architecture.

Secondary Skills

• Experience with Palo Alto GlobalProtect or equivalent remote-access VPN solutions.
• Knowledge of network monitoring, security event analysis, and incident response.
• Experience with SIEM platforms and network monitoring tools.
• Understanding of vulnerability management, security patching, and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust, least-privilege access, and identity-based security policies.
• Familiarity with security standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI DSS.
• Ability to document network configurations, troubleshoot incidents, and prepare technical reports.

Good to Have

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, CCIE, CISSP, or CISM.
• Experience with Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco ASA/FTD, or Juniper security products.
• Knowledge of network automation and scripting using Ansible or Python.
• Experience with security technologies such as NAC and advanced threat prevention.
• Exposure to cloud networking and hybrid network security environments.
• Experience working with vendors, infrastructure teams, and security operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain secure network infrastructure.
• Resolve security incidents.
• Implement network security solutions.
• Configure and manage enterprise firewalls.
• Configure and troubleshoot SSL VPN and IPsec VPN.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity, routing, DNS, and firewall-related issues.
• Manage routers, switches, and enterprise network infrastructure.
• Document network configurations, troubleshoot incidents, and prepare technical reports.