Senior Network Security Engineer

Role Overview

The Network Security Engineer at Group 1001 will play a pivotal role in fortifying our network infrastructure against emerging threats, implementing robust security protocols, and strategically supporting cybersecurity resilience. They will design, deploy, and maintain secure network systems to safeguard our digital assets and operations from evolving cyber risks.

• Develop, implement, and maintain network security policies aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Deploy and configure Cisco security appliances, Palo Alto Networks firewalls, and Zscaler infrastructure to fortify a strong network across the organization.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to understand the business and technological needs of unique application infrastructure across a diverse cloud, on‑premise, and SaaS environment, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
• Identify areas for improvement in security processes, policies, and technologies and drive initiatives to enhance security effectiveness.
• Deploy and maintain availability of various security technologies including intrusion prevention systems (IPS), web application firewalls (WAF), and provide engineering support to network detection and response solutions.
• Implement and manage network security monitoring tools for real‑time threat detection and response.
• Optimize security configurations to support business specific performance needs while retaining resilience against emerging threats.
• Develop and maintain automation tools and scripts to streamline security testing, validation processes, and repetitive or daily tasks.
• Keep up to date with new and evolving security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends.
• Assume accountability for projects, propose innovative solutions, and actively steer them to successful completion.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related academic field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in information security, with a focus in network security including firewall and secure perimeter technology.
• Strong knowledge of public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of industry security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO, CIS, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Experience with a broad range of security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, CASB, CSPM, EDR, IDS/IPS, DLP, WAF).
• Experience in scripting languages such as Python, Power Shell, and Shell.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with engineering, operations, and infrastructure teams.
• Experience working with cloud native networking and security solutions found in Azure, AWS, GCP, etc.
• Strong knowledge and experience with modern container orchestration technology.
• Experience with modern Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Creativity and critical thinking with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to serve as a mentor or subject matter expert to other members within the organization.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plan options for employees who meet eligibility guidelines and work 30 or more hours weekly.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs accessible to all employees immediately.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions by the Company.