Sr. Network Security Engineer

Overview of role :

WestJet is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to join our Technology organization and play a critical role in strengthening and evolving our enterprise network security posture.  The role operations w ithin t he Network Services Team, working in close partnership with Cybersecurity, Platform, and Product teams across the organization.

The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in network security architecture, engineering, and operations, with the ability to plan, design, implement, optimize, and support modern network security platforms in a fast-paced, highly critical environment.  This individual will translate business and security objectives into scalable, resilient, and secure network security solutions aligned with industry best practices and zero trust principles.

As a senior technical contributor, the Sr Network Security Engineer will lead medium-to-large initiatives, provide technical direction and advisory support to stakeholders, and continuously improve security controls, tooling, and operational practices.  This role requires strong analytical thinking, excellent collaboration skills, and a passion for automation, innovation, and security-by-design.

Key Deliverables :

• Design, implement, operate and continuously improve WestJet’s network security infrastructure across on-premises, data center, and cloud environments.

Lead the deployment, lifecycle management, and optimization of network security technologies, including :

Experience and Qualifications :

Strong experience with industry-leading network security platforms, including :

Strong understanding of information security risk management, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, including :

Certifications considered strong assets :

The benefits of being a WestJetter :

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package.  On top of that, we offer :