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SpaceX

Sr. Network Security Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · Remote

$165K - $235K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide subject matter expertise on network security, firewalls, zero-trust architectures, and industry best practices, with primary focus on modern remote access VPN technologies. * Architect ...

Red Cup IT Inc

Systems Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

... firewalls, Wi-Fi). * Respond to and resolve Level 2/3 support tickets and escalations. * Plan ... Configure and support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and remote access solutions.

Red Cup IT, Inc.

Systems Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

... firewalls, WiFi). * Respond to and resolve Level 2/3 support tickets and escalations. * Plan ... Configure and support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and remote access solutions.

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How much do remote firewall jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote firewall in California is $53.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45.29 and $60.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote firewall position?

To thrive as a Remote Firewall professional, you need advanced knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems, and a relevant degree in computer science or cybersecurity. Practical experience with firewall platforms like Cisco ASA, Palo Alto Networks, or Fortinet—and certifications such as Cisco CCNP Security or CompTIA Security+—are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective written communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications ensure secure, reliable network environments while enabling the prompt identification and resolution of threats within remote and distributed infrastructures.

What does a remote firewall do?

As a Remote Firewall professional, your daily tasks might include monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity, updating firewall policies, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and responding to security alerts. You may also collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to develop security strategies or assist in auditing network configurations for compliance. Regularly documenting changes and communicating findings to management are also common parts of the role. Proactively maintaining firewall health helps protect organizational assets and ensures the stability of business operations.

What is a remote firewall?

A Remote Firewall job involves managing, configuring, and monitoring firewall systems to protect an organization's network from cyber threats. Professionals in this role ensure secure remote access, update firewall rules, and respond to security incidents. They may also conduct threat assessments and collaborate with IT teams to maintain network integrity. This job is often performed remotely using cloud-based or on-premise firewall solutions. Strong knowledge of security protocols, networking, and firewall technologies is essential.

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Infographic showing various Remote Firewall job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,831 per year, or $53.3 per hour.

Remote Encryption Engineer (HSM)

WaveStrong, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

Contractor

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Exciting Remote Encryption Engineer (HSM), 6 months, contract opportunity.

Requirements

  • Experience with deploying encryption manager on VMware, Hypervisor, Azure, AWS, Google Cloud environments
  • Experience in HSM, Luna, Ciphertrust, ProtectDB, Protectapp. Key Management, etc
  • Experience with basic network skillset to understand (static, DHCP, VLANs, Bonding) customers environment and guide them on the best practices on the network design for the project
  • Function as technical point of contact for customer deployments and as a mentor for other Wavestrong team members
  • Provide training and knowledge transfer
  • Provide strong product and professional services solution presentation to different types of audiences, internal and external.
  • Comfortable with Active Directory, power shell, NTFS administration and group policy administration.
  • Experience with virtualization - VMWare, Xen, KVM and/or Docker a key skill
  • Experienced with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, VMWare)
  • Experience with firewalls and routing tables. Cisco experience a plus.
  • Understanding of the principles of both cloud technologies and on-prem application security, including public key infrastructures.
  • Knowledge of Authentication and Identity management solutions
    1. Experience Two Factor Authentication Using one time passcode
    2. Experience Understanding of RADIUS authentication
    3. Experience of SAML Authentication- Identity Provider - Service Provider
    4. Experience of traditional user directories, AD, Sun Directory, etc.
    5. Experience of LDAP Configuration, deployment and consumption of services

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