Sr. Security Engineer
Job Title: Senior Security Engineer
Location: Hybrid (Onsite Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday)
Our client is a leader in the technology industry, committed to providing cutting-edge solutions to complex network security challenges. With a focus on innovation, reliability, and forward-thinking practices, they help organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. By leveraging the latest technologies and fostering a collaborative work environment, they empower their teams to drive security excellence and protect critical infrastructure.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Engineer to join a dynamic network security team. In this role, you will architect, implement, and manage advanced network security solutions, specializing in Cisco Firepower/FMC, Cisco Tetration, AlgoSec, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). You will play a key part in ensuring the organization’s infrastructure is protected against potential threats and help refine security protocols and policies. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of security practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect, deploy, and manage Cisco Firepower/FMC solutions for advanced threat detection, firewall management, and intrusion prevention.
- Implement Cisco Tetration for network visibility, workload protection, and micro-segmentation.
- Utilize AlgoSec for optimizing network security policy management and ensuring compliance.
- Deploy and manage Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control (NAC) and secure authentication.
- Respond to security incidents, analyze findings, and recommend remediation strategies.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers, guiding them on technical skills and best practices.
- Collaborate with network engineers and IT teams to integrate security solutions seamlessly within the broader IT ecosystem.
- Continuously monitor industry trends, threats, and new security technologies to identify opportunities for improvement.
Key Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in network security engineering, specifically with Cisco security technologies.
- In-depth experience with Cisco Firepower/FMC, Cisco Tetration, AlgoSec, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention, and NAC.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA).
- Relevant certifications such as CCNP Security, CCIE Security, CISSP, or similar are highly desirable.
- Proficiency with routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in high-pressure situations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with teams across the organization.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and securing hybrid environments.
- Knowledge of automation and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline security operations.
If you are an experienced network security professional with expertise in Cisco technologies and a passion for driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing team. Please submit your resume and contact information to be considered for this role.