Senior Network Security Engineer

$146,000 - $226,000/Yr

X Corp. - Palo Alto, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Palo Alto, CA

About the position

The Senior Network Security Engineer will play a crucial role in the Network Security Engineering team at X, focusing on enhancing the security of the enterprise network. This position requires deep expertise in network security technologies and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment while tackling complex security challenges. The engineer will be responsible for managing firewall configurations, deploying security devices, and collaborating with various teams to integrate security best practices into system designs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in network security, particularly in firewalls and best practices.
• Manage and update firewall configurations across X's enterprise network to meet operational needs.
• Deploy new firewalls and network security devices as required by evolving security demands.
• Develop and propose innovative network security solutions to address operational challenges.
• Enhance security processes and manage change through thorough documentation.
• Act as the go-to for resolving complex network security issues.
• Ensure network security systems are up-to-date with patches and maintenance.
• Work with various teams to integrate security into system designs and operations, promoting best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Information Systems, Information Security, Computer Science, or Engineering, with at least 4 years of network security experience; or 6+ years of experience in network security without a degree.
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and the OSI model.
• Experience in securing networks, IT infrastructure, applications, endpoints, and/or APIs.
• Proven track record in deploying, implementing, and testing network security solutions in a live production environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in specific network security technologies, including firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Juniper) and their centralized management systems.
• Dynamic routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, SD-WAN).
• Network IDS/IPS, content filtering, application filtering, and network segmentation.
• Configuration of ACLs on switches/routers, Network Access Control (NAC), and VPN technologies (IPSec, TLS).
• Experience with Web Application Firewalls and integration with SIEM for logging and alerting.
• Proficiency in programming and automation skills is advantageous.
• A proactive approach to learning new technologies and anticipating future security threats.
• Exceptional self-motivation and time management abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise across different departments.

Benefits

• Salary range of $146,000 - $226,000 base + equity.