Network Security Engineer

Cirrus Selection; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and innovative company is looking for a Network Security Engineer in Stevenage. This pivotal role involves supporting 24/7 security operations, designing security solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance network security. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of networking principles and hands-on experience with industry-standard security tools such as firewalls and monitoring platforms. Security clearance is essential for this position.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Overtime and bonus incentives

Extensive leave options

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking principles.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls and secure proxy solutions.
• Knowledge of security protocols and monitoring platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support 24/7 security operations as part of the ISR team.
• Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance security and identify vulnerabilities.

Skills

Networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching)

Firewall configuration (Checkpoint, Cisco, Palo Alto)

IPS/IDS knowledge

Secure proxy solutions management

Security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS)

Job description

Network Security Engineer

Location: Stevenage

What’s on offer:

Alongside a competitive salary of circa £55,000 + shift allowance, enjoy a generous pension scheme, overtime, bonus incentives, and extensive leave options.

If you’re passionate about safeguarding networks and possess strong expertise with industry-leading security tools, this Network Security Engineer position could be a perfect opportunity for you.

What you’ll be doing as the Network Security Engineer

Supporting 24/7 security operations as part of the Internal Security Response (ISR) team, with a focus on incident response and triage.
Designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions around network infrastructure.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security policies, identify vulnerabilities, and optimise network tools.
Engaging with firewalls such as Checkpoint, Cisco, or Palo Alto, and managing secure proxy solutions like Bluecoat and Riverbed.
Monitoring, troubleshooting, and fine-tuning network architectures, routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing features.

Network Security Engineer experience & skills

Strong understanding of networking principles - TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANs, and load balancing.
Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting firewalls (Checkpoint, Cisco, Palo Alto, Bluecoat).
Knowledge of IPS/IDS, SSL decryption, deep packet inspection, and VPNs.
Experience managing secure proxy solutions, and monitoring platforms like Nagios or PRTG.
Familiarity with security protocols such as IPSec, SSL/TLS, and two-factor authentication.

Security clearance is essential – applicants must be British citizens and will undergo DV clearance.

Get in touch

If you meet the criteria and are eager to make an impact within a forward-thinking, innovative environment, we welcome your application.