Network Security Engineer

Job Overview We are looking for an experienced Network Security Engineer to design, implement, monitor, and support enterprise security infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in next-generation firewalls, SIEM platforms, cloud security, Zero Trust architecture, and modern cybersecurity operations. The role requires hands-on experience with technologies such as Fortinet, SonicWall, Palo Alto Networks, SIEM solutions, SASE, SD-WAN, endpoint security, and threat detection platforms. Key Responsibilities • Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network security solutions • Configure and administer Fortinet, SonicWall, and Palo Alto firewalls • Implement and maintain VPNs, IPS/IDS, web filtering, NAT, ACLs, and segmentation policies • Monitor security events using SIEM, XDR, and SOC monitoring platforms • Investigate security incidents, perform threat analysis, and support incident response activities • Manage firewall policies, security rules, and compliance controls • Implement Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and identity-based security controls • Support cloud security initiatives across AWS, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure • Configure and support SD-WAN and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions • Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation activities • Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to secure enterprise environments • Maintain security documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and audit records • Participate in on-call rotations and critical incident handling Required Skills & Technologies Firewall & Network Security • Fortinet FortiGate • SonicWall • Palo Alto Networks • Check Point (preferred) • Cisco Firepower / ASA • VPN Technologies (IPSec / SSL VPN) • IDS/IPS • Web Application Firewall (WAF) • NAC (Network Access Control) Modern Security Technologies • Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) • ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) • SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) • SD-WAN Security • SSE (Security Service Edge) • CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) • Micro-segmentation • Secure Remote Access Solutions SIEM, SOC & Threat Detection Experience with one or more: • Splunk • QRadar • Microsoft Sentinel • LogRhythm • ArcSight • Elastic SIEM Knowledge of: • SOC operations • Threat hunting • Log correlation • MITRE ATT&CK framework • Incident response • Threat intelligence integration Cloud & Infrastructure Security • AWS Security • Microsoft Azure Security • Hybrid cloud networking • Cloud firewall management • Security Groups / NSGs • Identity & Access Management (IAM) Endpoint & Advanced Security • EDR/XDR platforms • CrowdStrike • Microsoft Defender • SentinelOne • Endpoint hardening • DLP (Data Loss Prevention) • Email security solutions Networking Fundamentals Strong understanding of: • TCP/IP • Routing & Switching • VLANs • BGP / OSPF • DNS / DHCP • Load Balancing • Network troubleshooting Automation & Scripting (Preferred) • Python • PowerShell • Bash scripting • Security automation • SOAR platforms Preferred Certifications • Fortinet NSE / FCP • Palo Alto PCNSA / PCNSE • CCNP Security • CISSP • CEH • CompTIA Security+ • Microsoft SC Certifications • AWS Security Specialty Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field preferred. Soft Skills • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills • Ability to work in high-pressure environments • Excellent communication and stakeholder management • Strong documentation and reporting abilities • Proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement Originally posted on Himalayas