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Network Security Engineer

Select MindsDallas, Texas

$60 - $65 / hour

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Job Description

Benefits:
  • Work Environment & Culture
  • CAREER & GROWTH DEVELOPMENT
  • Opportunity for advancement
Network Security Engineer     
DALLAS, TX 
LONG TERM    

 

Are you a Network Security Engineer with a passion for designing, securing, and optimizing enterprise-level network infrastructures? We are looking for a results-driven professional who thrives in high-stakes environments, tackling complex security challenges while ensuring seamless network performance. 

If you have a strong background in network architecture, security compliance, and performance optimization, we invite you to join our team and make an impact! 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
🔹 Network Architecture & Optimization – Design, configure, and optimize network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs. 
🔹 Security & Compliance – Implement robust security policies, risk mitigation strategies, and access controls to safeguard critical data. 
🔹 Monitoring & Threat Detection – Leverage advanced tools for real-time network monitoring, anomaly detection, and security incident response. 
🔹 Incident Response & Troubleshooting – Analyze security threats, diagnose network issues, and deploy timely solutions to maintain business continuity. 
🔹 Disaster Recovery & Redundancy Planning – Develop and maintain backup, recovery, and failover strategies to ensure high availability. 
🔹 Collaboration & Documentation – Work cross-functionally with IT teams to enforce security best practices and document network configurations. 

Qualifications & Experience:  
Experience: Minimum 7+ years in network security engineering, covering: 
✔ Network design, architecture, and security enforcement. 
✔ Advanced routing, switching, and firewall configuration. 
✔ Hands-on experience with IDS/IPS, VPNs, SD-WAN, and cloud security controls. 
✔ Deep knowledge of network security monitoring and threat intelligence tools. 

Technical Skills: 
✔ Strong expertise in TCP/IP, VPNs, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS
✔ Proficiency in securing LAN/WAN environments, firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet), and cloud-based security
✔ Familiarity with SIEM, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management
✔ Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) is a plus. 

Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory): 
CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, MCSE, MCSA, or equivalent

If you’re ready to elevate network security standards and drive innovation, we’d love to hear from you! 
Compensation: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour




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