Network Security Engineer | $90/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a seasoned security professional to oversee network security management, including firewall and intrusion prevention. You will lead real-time threat monitoring, incident response, and cross-functional security initiatives across cloud and endpoint environments.

Ideal candidates bring strong teamwork, mentoring skills, and deep knowledge of security frameworks and compliance. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership and ongoing risk reduction in a dynamic enterprise

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in network security management and firewall/VPN configuration.
• Experience monitoring and resolving network security issues with advanced tools.
• Implement and oversee cloud and endpoint security across multiple environments.
• Hands-on incident response including investigation and remediation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enforce security standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee network security management, including firewall and intrusion prevention configuration.
• Continuously monitor and respond to real-time security events and threats.
• Implement cloud and endpoint security controls across platforms.
• Lead incident response: investigation, containment, eradication, reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enforce security standards.
• Mentor team members and promote security awareness.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.

Skills

Firewall configuration

VPN management

Network segmentation

Threat monitoring

Incident response

Cloud security

Endpoint security

Security frameworks & compliance

Mentoring / knowledge sharing

Job description

• Oversee comprehensive network security management, including firewall and intrusion prevention system configuration and maintenance.
• Continuously monitor, analyze, and respond to network security events, identifying and mitigating potential threats in real time.
• Implement and maintain robust cloud and endpoint security controls across diverse platforms and environments.
• Lead efficient incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and reporting of security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce security best practices and standards aligned to business needs.
• Guide and mentor other team members, fostering a culture of security awareness and professional development.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant security policies, regulations, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in network security management, including configuring firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation.
• Strong experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving network security issues using advanced tools.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and oversee cloud and endpoint security solutions in multi-cloud or hybrid environments.
• Hands-on incident response experience, including investigation, remediation, and documentation of security events.
• Exceptional collaborative abilities, with a track record of mentoring and knowledge sharing within technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, regulatory compliance, and policy development.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are highly valued.