Network Security Engineer

Description

Senior Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in cloud networking, zero trust security, and hybrid/multi-cloud architectures. Proven ability to design, secure, and automate highly available cloud network environments while reducing risk and operational overhead. Recognized for strong analytical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering secure‑by‑design solutions onstrated proficiency in cloud-native networking and security controls across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, including segmentation, identity‑aware access, and traffic inspection.

Extensive hands‑on experience designing and securing AWS VPCs, Azure Virtual Networks, and Google Cloud Platform VPCs, including subnet architecture, routing, NAT gateways, private endpoints, and security enforcement using cloud‑native controls. Implemented and operated AWS Direct Connect, Azure Express Route, and Google Cloud Platform Cloud Interconnect to support secure hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity. Specialized in deploying cloud firewalls, WAFs, DDoS protection, and Zero Trust access models to protect workloads, APIs, and users.

Cloud Platforms & Networking

• AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
• VPC/VNet architecture, subnet design, routing, NAT gateways, private endpoints
• Hybrid and multi‑cloud connectivity (site‑to‑site VPN, cloud interconnects)
• Load balancing (L4/L7), traffic segmentation, high availability design

Network & Cloud Security

• Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet Forti Gate firewalls
• Firewall policy design, threat prevention, IPS/IDS, SSL/TLS inspection
• Zero Trust networking, least‑privilege access, network segmentation
• Web and application protection concepts (WAF, DDoS mitigation)

Infrastructure as Code & Dev Sec Ops

• Terraform for multi‑cloud infrastructure and security controls
• Git Hub for source control and collaboration
• Git Hub Actions for CI/CD automation, security checks, and policy enforcement

Supporting Skills & Tooling

• Core networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, BGP, routing, VPN technologies
• Identity and access integration with network security controls
• Logging and monitoring fundamentals (firewall logs, flow logs, SIEM integration)
• Linux fundamentals and scripting for automation support

Certification and Training Preferences:

• CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate
• AWS – AWS Certified Dev Ops Engineer
• Google Cloud Platform – Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Dev Ops Engineer

Firewall, Paloalto, aws, Google Cloud Platform, VPC/VNet, IaC, Terraform, Security controls, Cloud, TCP/IP, Networking Protocols, Network security, Information security, Network engineering, Security architecture

Firewall,Paloalto,aws,Google Cloud Platform,VPC/VNet,IaC,Terraform,Security controls,Cloud,TCP/IP,Networking Protocols

Great written and communication skills

Expert Level

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 – $65.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available, Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), Short and long‑term disability, Health Spending Account (HSA), Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full‑Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.