Network Security Engineer

Job description

HireArt is helping our client find a Network Security Engineer to support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of enterprise network security systems.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the architecture, design, and deployment of security controls that protect the company’s networks, systems, communications, and data. You’ll play a key role in strengthening network security programs, processes, and operational maturity across on-prem and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on security engineer with deep networking expertise, strong AWS experience, and a proactive approach to protecting production environments.

As a Network Security Engineer, you'll:

• Design, implement, and administer next-generation firewalls and UTM devices.
• Manage AWS network security architecture, including VPC design and cloud-native controls.
• Support and maintain network access control (802.1X) and remote access VPN solutions.
• Configure and manage IDS/IPS, URL filtering, and related security systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance network security posture and resolve vulnerabilities.
• Support production operations and respond to network security incidents as needed.
• Travel within the Bay Area as required to support on-site infrastructure.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience as a network security engineer supporting production environments
• 6+ years of IT systems or application engineering/administration experience
• 6+ years of hands-on experience with AWS network security services
• Strong knowledge of AWS Network Firewall, Security Groups, NACLs, Transit Gateway, and VPC architectures
• Practical knowledge of PKI, cryptography, and certificate management
• Strong understanding of the OSI model across all layers
• Strong understanding of Layer-7 network security and application-layer protection techniques

Benefits:

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) Subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Foster City, CA area.

HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.