Job Title: Network Security Engineer
Location: Boca Raton, FL (Onsite)
Job Type: Full Time, Direct-Hire/Permanent
Salary: $115,000 - 140,000k
A leading provider of Technology Solutions in the
Boca Raton, FL area is seeking an
Network Security Engineer to join their growing team. Here are a few reasons why you should apply:
- Lead challenging security projects with top-tier clients.
- Work in a dynamic, hands-on consulting role with cutting-edge technologies.
- Competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.
In this role, we are seeking a highly skilled
Network Security Engineer with a strong background in firewall migrations, routing & switching, and cloud networking. This role requires hands-on experience working directly with customers, leading network security projects, and implementing best security practices. The ideal candidate has a stable work history, has worked as a consultant, and has served as a lead engineer on complex deployments.
Essential Functions of the Network Security Engineer: - Migrate from Cisco, Checkpoint, or Fortinet firewalls to Palo Alto or Cisco Firewalls.
- Design, configure, and troubleshoot routing and switching environments, with deep expertise in BGP.
- Implement network security best practices, ensuring robust firewall deployments.
- Engage directly with customers, providing technical leadership and hands-on implementation.
- Work independently or as part of a multi-skilled team to deliver security solutions.
- Provide consulting expertise, acting as the lead engineer on security projects.
- Collaborate with cloud teams to support Azure, AWS, or GCP networking environments.
Preferred Experience of the Network Security Engineer: - Active or past Cisco (CCNP/CCIE) or Palo Alto (PCNSE) certifications.
- Strong background in firewall migrations (Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet Palo Alto or Cisco).
- Deep understanding of BGP, routing, and switching.
- Some experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to work with customers onsite.
Bonus Experience of the Network Security Engineer: - Experience with Cisco Nexus 8K, 5K, and 2K configuration, Cisco FirePower Threat Defense Appliances
- Prior experience working as a consultant or have worked as a Lead Engineer on projects
- Strong at understanding Security principles and best practices as it relates to deploying firewalls
- Experience with Cloud Networking (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Benefits: - Paid Training & Certifications
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401k profit sharing
- Unlimited PTO