Network Security Engineer

Reed Technology; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Security Engineer, where you will play a vital role in enhancing security policies and protecting corporate networks. This dynamic position involves collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance with business objectives. You will implement and support advanced security solutions, manage firewalls, and drive automation initiatives. With a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of network security. Don't miss the chance to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Cash Health Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Share Scheme

Rewards Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network security roles focusing on firewalls and intrusion prevention.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security solutions and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support security solutions to meet corporate requirements.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security controls and strategies.
• Monitor industry trends to ensure security advancements.

Skills

Network Security

Firewall Management

Intrusion Prevention

Cloud Security Solutions

Network Protocols

Scripting Languages

Education

PCNSA Certification

CISSP Certification

SANS GCIH Certification

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Fortinet Firewalls

Prisma

Zscaler

Network Scanning Tools

Job description

Network Security Engineer

Location: Newport - Hybrid (3 days in-office)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: up to GBP55,000

REED Technology are pleased to be partnering with a global technology leader who are seeking a Network Security Engineer to join their cyber defense and engineering team.

In this role, you will play a key part in deploying, managing, and enhancing security policies to protect corporate networks, assets, and data. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure security solutions align with business objectives and compliance standards. Proven experience in network security, Firewalls, and intrusion prevention will be essential for success in this role.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Implement and support security solutions that meet corporate security requirements.
• Configure and troubleshoot Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar) for optimal performance and protection.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to enhance security controls and defense strategies.
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline security infrastructure management.
• Analyze and resolve operational challenges while proactively mitigating security risks.
• Manage security patching, maintenance, and upgrades for network protection.
• Develop and maintain documentation for security policies and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging threats to ensure continued security advancements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a network security role.
• Strong expertise in Firewall management (Palo Alto, Fortinet), network segmentation, and intrusion prevention.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security solutions (ie., Prisma, Zscaler, or similar).
• Solid understanding of network protocols, routing, ACLs, and security architecture.
• Experience with network scanning tools and security analysis.
• Basic knowledge of Scripting languages for automation tasks.
• Certifications such as PCNSA, CISSP, or SANS GCIH are desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-related incentives - up to 10% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance, Contributory Pension Scheme, Cash Health Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Share Scheme, Rewards Scheme
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

If you are an experienced Network Security Engineer looking for a new challenge within a forward-thinking and collaborative team, we want to hear from you.

Apply today-successful applicants will be contacted within 48 working hours.