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Network Security & Automation Engineer Enterprise Infrastructure | Network Modernization | Security Engineering
About the Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security & Automation Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise infrastructure modernization initiative focused on transforming and securing global network environments. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in complex production environments and enjoy solving challenging infrastructure, security, and automation problems at scale.
You will work alongside senior engineering, architecture, and operations teams to design, deploy, automate, and support critical network security platforms and connectivity solutions across enterprise environments. The position offers exposure to modern network security technologies, automation frameworks, and large-scale infrastructure transformation programs where your work will have direct operational impact.
This is a hands-on engineering role for someone who enjoys balancing technical depth, operational ownership, and delivery execution in fast-paced enterprise environments. What You'll Be Doing
- Design, deploy, and support enterprise network security solutions across: NAC, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Proxy technologies, Secure remote access, Segmentation platforms
- Engineer and deploy secure, scalable network infrastructure aligned to enterprise security and operational standards
- Configure and implement network security appliances across production environments
- Support large-scale infrastructure deployments, testing, validation, and operational readiness activities
- Drive automation initiatives using Python, Ansible, GitLab, Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies
- Collaborate with engineering, architecture, operations, and security teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
- Participate in incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for critical infrastructure issues
- Ensure adherence to change management, compliance, security, and operational governance processes
- Develop deployment documentation, implementation procedures, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, resiliency, scalability, and automation maturity
What We're Looking For Required Experience
- Strong experience supporting enterprise network security and infrastructure environments
- Hands-on experience designing and deploying complex data networks
- Experience with enterprise routing and switching technologies including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
- Experience with one or more of the following platforms: Bluecoat / Symantec Proxy, Zscaler, Fortinet, ForeScout, NetScaler
- Strong automation experience utilizing Python, Ansible, GitLab
- Experience operating within structured production environments with focus on stability, change control, security, compliance, operational excellence
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Senior Network Security Engineer?
A: To succeed as a Senior Network Security Engineer, key technical skills include in-depth knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs), as well as proficiency in security information and event management (SIEM) systems and threat intelligence tools. Soft skills such as strong communication and collaboration abilities, problem-solving and analytical thinking, and the ability to lead and mentor junior team members are also crucial for success in this role. By combining these technical and soft skills, Senior Network Security Engineers can effectively design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures, protecting their organization's assets and reputation while driving career growth through leadership and expertise.
Q: What is the career path for a Senior Network Security Engineer?
A: A Senior Network Security Engineer's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as Network Security Analyst or Junior Network Security Engineer, progressing to mid-level positions like Network Security Engineer or Senior Network Security Engineer, and eventually leading to senior roles like Lead Network Security Engineer or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth include staying up-to-date with emerging technologies, certifications like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP, and participation in industry conferences and training programs. Long-term career prospects for Senior Network Security Engineers may include transitioning into executive roles like CISO, starting their own security consulting firm, or pursuing a career in academia or research.