Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity solutions provider is seeking a Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant. This fully remote role focuses on designing and deploying advanced security solutions for diverse clients. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in network security and have hands-on expertise with major solutions like Check Point and Fortinet. The position involves significant client interaction and travel across the UK, making it ideal for seasoned professionals passionate about cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Professional Services or Network Security Engineering.
• Hands-on expertise with Check Point, Fortinet and cloud security.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and scripting is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and optimize security solutions for clients.
• Lead client implementations and migrations remotely and on-site.
• Collaborate with sales to propose technical solutions.

Skills

Network Security Engineering

Cybersecurity

Troubleshooting

Performance Tuning

Cloud Security

Documentation

Education

ITIL certification

PMP certification

Tools

Check Point

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Juniper

Python

Bash

AWS

Azure

Job description

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Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant, Ipswich

Client: 4Square Recruitment Ltd

Location: Ipswich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 27.06.2025

Expiry Date: 11.08.2025

Job Description:

Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant (Cybersecurity) – Remote

This is a fully remote / full-time position.

Salary: £65–80k

This role involves travel across the UK, with an estimated 50% of the time away from home.

Are you a network security expert passionate about designing, deploying, and optimizing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions?

My client is a leading cybersecurity solutions provider and value-added reseller, partnering with top vendors like Check Point, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Juniper Networks. They are seeking a Professional Services Engineer to deliver high-impact security implementations for their clients.

The Role:

As a Professional Services Engineer, you will be the technical authority, designing, configuring, and deploying enterprise-grade security solutions for clients across various industries. You will lead end-to-end projects, from pre-sales consultancy to hands-on implementation, troubleshooting, and knowledge transfer—ensuring clients maximize their security investments.

What You’ll Do:

• Deploy & optimize security solutions (Check Point, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper)
• Lead client implementations, migrations, and upgrades (remote & on-site)
• Collaborate with sales/pre-sales teams to scope and propose technical solutions
• Develop high-quality documentation (designs, runbooks, guides)
• Provide advanced troubleshooting & performance tuning
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, vendor updates, and security trends
• Conduct client training & knowledge transfer sessions

Skills You’ll Need:

• 3+ years in Professional Services, Network Security Engineering, or similar
• Hands-on expertise in at least two of:
• Check Point (GAiA, R80.x)
• Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager)
• Deep knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, routing/switching, cloud security
• Bonus if you have:
• Experience with SOAR/SIEM, scripting (Python/Bash), or cloud security (AWS/Azure)
• ITIL, PMP, or cloud security certifications