Senior Network Security Engineer
6 - 10 years
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Key Responsibilities
Configure, and maintain enterprise?grade firewalls and security appliances, with a primary focus on Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet platforms
Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex security, network, and connectivity issues across multi?site environments
Develop and enhance security configurations, policies, and automation scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk
Collaborate with cross?functional teams to design secure network architectures and ensure alignment with security best practices
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events, alerts, and anomalies in real time
Participate in security assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives
Document configurations, procedures, and incident resolutions to support knowledge sharing and operational continuity
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of security processes and standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong hands?on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, and security policy management
Proficiency with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, and related security technologies
Advanced troubleshooting skills across network layers, security appliances, and distributed systems
Experience configuring firewalls, VPNs, routing, NAT, and security policies in complex environments
Ability to develop scripts, tools, or automation workflows (Python, Bash, or similar) to streamline security operations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non?technical audiences
Demonstrated proactive personality—takes initiative, anticipates issues, and drives solutions independently
Strong understanding of network protocols, security frameworks, and threat?mitigation strategies.
Configure, and maintain enterprise?grade firewalls and security appliances, with a primary focus on Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet platforms
Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex security, network, and connectivity issues across multi?site environments
Develop and enhance security configurations, policies, and automation scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk
Collaborate with cross?functional teams to design secure network architectures and ensure alignment with security best practices
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events, alerts, and anomalies in real time
Participate in security assessments, audits, and compliance initiatives
Document configurations, procedures, and incident resolutions to support knowledge sharing and operational continuity
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of security processes and standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong hands?on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, and security policy management
Proficiency with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls, VPNs, and related security technologies
Advanced troubleshooting skills across network layers, security appliances, and distributed systems
Experience configuring firewalls, VPNs, routing, NAT, and security policies in complex environments
Ability to develop scripts, tools, or automation workflows (Python, Bash, or similar) to streamline security operations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non?technical audiences
Demonstrated proactive personality—takes initiative, anticipates issues, and drives solutions independently
Strong understanding of network protocols, security frameworks, and threat?mitigation strategies.
Skills
Information TechnologyIT Services and IT Consulting