Network Security Engineer

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  • Santa Clara, California
  • 23 days ago
  • $50–$60 Per Hour

Highlights

Network Security Engineer Fort Collins, CO (Hybrid) Type: Contract (C2C) Interview Mode: Virtual Seeking a senior Network Security Engineer to lead firewall modernization, VPN transformation, zero-trust implementation, and enterprise vulnerability management across enterprise lab environments. Be it understanding your business requirements to choosing the right technologies, we work as a collective team that takes all the possible steps to grow continuously towards our common goal.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSanta Clara, California
Salary$50–$60 Per Hour

Description

Benefits:
  • HYBRID
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement
Network Security Engineer
Fort Collins, CO (Hybrid)
Type: Contract (C2C)
Interview Mode: Virtual
Seeking a senior Network Security Engineer to lead firewall modernization, VPN transformation, zero-trust implementation, and enterprise vulnerability management across enterprise lab environments. This role supports secure, scalable, and compliant next-generation infrastructure platforms.
Core Responsibilities :
Firewall & Network Security Architecture
  • Configure and optimize enterprise firewall platforms (physical and virtual)
  • Design rule sets, traffic policies, and network segmentation
  • Implement micro-segmentation and zero-trust architecture
  • Align firewall policies with modern security frameworks
VPN & Secure Access Transformation
  • Replace legacy OpenVPN environments with OKTA/Atmos-based VPN solutions
  • Build and manage Atmos connectors
  • Implement secure authentication workflows
  • Design secure routing and hybrid access policies
Vulnerability Management
  • Design and implement enterprise vulnerability scanning programs
  • Deploy and manage tools such as Nessus or Greenbone
  • Configure scan schedules and tune scan noise
  • Deliver actionable security reports
  • Drive remediation workflows with engineering teams
Security Segmentation & Compliance
  • Design security-driven network segmentation strategies
  • Enforce access controls aligned to compliance and corporate standards
  • Partner with corporate security teams on policy implementation
Linux & Security Automation
  • Deploy Linux-based security tooling platforms
  • Automate scanning, reporting, and remediation workflows
  • Script security processes and integrations
Required Skills:
  • Enterprise firewall configuration and optimization
  • VPN technologies and secure remote access solutions
  • Zero-trust and micro-segmentation principles
  • Vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Greenbone, or similar)
  • Security compliance scanning and remediation
  • Linux system administration and automation
Nice to Have:
  • OKTA integrations and identity-based access systems
  • SIEM and security monitoring platforms
  • Automation frameworks and API integrations

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

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