Enterprise Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer - 100% remote (EST)

The Network Security Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and operating enterprise-scale network security controls that protect a highly regulated, globally distributed environment. This Network Security Engineer role is hands-on and deeply technical, with primary ownership across perimeter security, firewall platforms, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), and Zero Trust network access (ZTNA) capabilities.

The ideal candidate brings strong operational experience securing large, complex networks, understands modern Zero Trust principles, and can work effectively across infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to reduce risk while enabling the business.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), contract on W2. 12 months to start. Will look extend or convert from there. Benefits (medical, dental and 401K) are available through Optomi during the contract duration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support enterprise network security technologies with a primary focus on:
• Next-generation firewalls (on-prem and cloud)
• Secure Web Gateway (SWG), CASB, and ZTNA solutions (Netskope)
• Perimeter security and internet edge protections
• Implement and operationalize Zero Trust network access strategies aligned to enterprise security architecture standards.

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• Manage firewall rulebases, policies, and network segmentation to support least-privilege access and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with network engineering, cloud, identity, and application teams to integrate security controls into hybrid and cloud environments.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events related to network and perimeter technologies.
• Support security assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives relevant to healthcare/pharma environments.
• Participate in design reviews, threat modeling, and architecture discussions for new initiatives and platforms.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures, runbooks, and security documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex network security issues across global environments with a focus on root cause and long-term remediation.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network security engineering or a closely related role.
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, Cisco).
• Direct experience with Netskope (or similar SASE platforms) including SWG, CASB, and ZTNA capabilities.

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• Solid understanding of Zero Trust architecture principles and how they apply to network and perimeter security.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing, VPNs, DNS, and network segmentation.
• Experience securing hybrid environments spanning on-prem data centers and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Ability to operate in a regulated environment with security, compliance, and audit considerations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to operate effectively in incident and operational support scenarios.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience working in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar.
• Experience with identity-driven access models and integration with IAM platforms.
• Exposure to DevSecOps or infrastructure-as-code concepts for security controls.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PCNSE, CCNP Security, CISSP, or equivalent).