Remote Sr. Network Security Engineer II - CirrusLabs
NY, NY
About the Job
The Sr. Network Security Engineer II is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced network security systems to ensure a stable and secure IT infrastructure. This role involves leading the development of security standards, overseeing the administration of security equipment, and troubleshooting network issues. The engineer will manage network security hardware and software, perform system audits, and lead disaster recovery planning. Key technologies include Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect, Panorama, virtualization tools, and various networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, etc.).
This position requires extensive hands-on experience in network security, with strong knowledge of both Microsoft and Linux-based systems. The engineer will work closely with teams to make critical technical decisions, perform seamless upgrades, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, the role demands strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills to lead security initiatives and collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
This position requires extensive hands-on experience in network security, with strong knowledge of both Microsoft and Linux-based systems. The engineer will work closely with teams to make critical technical decisions, perform seamless upgrades, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, the role demands strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills to lead security initiatives and collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain network security hardware and software.
- Lead the development of security standards for all network-related equipment.
- Oversee network security system administration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
- Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor evaluations.
- Perform system audits, upgrades, and disaster recovery planning.
- Expertise in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS, Palo Alto Firewalls, Global Protect, Panorama.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VPN, SDWAN).
- Experience with IT infrastructure (Active Directory, virtualization, security systems).
- Familiarity with Linux and Microsoft server operating systems.
- Proficiency in tools like Citrix Load Balancers, Splunk, SolarWinds, Cisco IOS, Wireshark.
- Knowledge in disaster recovery, system logs analysis, and security equipment installation.
- Certifications such as PCNSE, PCCSE, PCSAE are a plus.
Source : CirrusLabs