Network Security Engineer

Our client is seeking 2 Senior Network Security Engineers to join their Network Security Engineering team. This team is responsible for securing and enhancing enterprise network environments across both on-prem and cloud platforms.

This is an engineering-focused role with hands-on responsibility, supporting core network security technologies including firewalls, NAC, micro-segmentation, and DDoS mitigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong network engineering foundation with exposure to security principles, and the ability to support both operational and project-based work.

• Network Security Engineering
• Firewall Management (Fortinet preferred)
• Cisco / Arista Networking
• Azure Cloud Security

• Design, implement, and support enterprise network security solutions
• Manage and optimize:
  • Firewalls and firewall policies
  • Network Access Control (NAC)
  • Micro-segmentation solutions
  • DDoS mitigation tools
  • DNS security posture
• Support network security platforms including Cisco, Arista, Fortinet, and Aruba Clear Pass
• Assist with cloud security initiatives in Azure (GCP exposure is a plus)
• Partner with cyber operations and infrastructure teams to maintain secure environments
• Support incident response, troubleshooting, and network traffic analysis
• Contribute to automation efforts using Python, Ansible, or Terraform
• Participate in on-call rotation and occasional after-hours support

• Experience with enterprise firewall technologies (Fortinet strongly preferred)
• Strong networking background (routing, switching, protocols)
• Exposure to micro-segmentation and network security controls
• Experience with Azure cloud environments
• Familiarity with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform) is a plus
• Experience working with or alongside cybersecurity teams

• DDoS mitigation experience
• DNS security experience
• Dev Ops or infrastructure automation exposure

• Mid to Senior Level (Hands-on engineering experience required)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Pittsburgh,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.

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