Senior Information Security Engineer; Network Security - Hybrid

Genesis
10 is currently seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer (Network Security) for a hybrid position with a Global Financial Institution located in Irving, TX or Charlotte, NC. This is an 18+ month contract opportunity.

We are looking for a skilled and driven Senior Information Security Engineer to join a cybersecurity team and contribute to the design, deployment, and ongoing support of secure, scalable network infrastructures. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong foundation in enterprise firewall technologies, particularly Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, and Check Point, along with working knowledge of Cisco and Arista infrastructure products.

The ideal candidate brings a proactive approach to problem-solving and a deep understanding of network security principles.

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructures using Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Check Point, and Cisco infrastructure security products
• Lead and support firewall migration projects, including policy analysis, configuration translation, and deployment using tools such as Expedition, Forti Converter, Smart Move, and other vendor utilities
• Build and deploy new network security infrastructures, including greenfield implementations and expansion of existing environments
• Perform security policy reviews, rulebase optimization, and threat prevention tuning to align with best practices and compliance requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network security issues across multi-vendor environments, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams) to integrate security controls into enterprise architecture
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including network diagrams, configuration standards, and operational procedures
• Monitor and respond to security events, alerts, and incidents, escalating as necessary and contributing to root cause analysis and remediation
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule to provide after-hours support for critical network security incidents and maintenance activities
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to continuously improve the organization s security posture

• 4+ years of Information Security Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in network security engineering, with a strong focus on enterprise‑grade firewall platforms and secure network architecture
• 4+ years of experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting firewalls and security management systems across Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, and Check Point environments
• 4+ years of experience in security policy design, rulebase optimization, and hardening of multi‑vendor firewall environments to meet organizational and compliance standards
• 2+ years of practical experience using firewall migration tools such as Expedition, Forti Converter, Smart Move

• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex network and security issues across multi‑vendor environments, including deep packet inspection, log analysis, and root cause identification
• Strong understanding of network protocols, routing and switching, VPN technologies, NAT, and intrusion prevention systems
• Familiarity with incident response, log analysis, and security monitoring tools
• Familiarity with automation and scripting for network security tasks using tools like Python, Ansible, or Terraform
• Familiarity with cloud security architectures and controls in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Exposure to SIEM platforms, log management, and threat intelligence tools
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to participate in a rotational on‑call schedule and respond to after‑hours incidents or maintenance tasks
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Industry certifications such as Palo…