Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant

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

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity solutions provider seeks a Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant to deliver high-impact security implementations. The successful candidate will design and deploy security solutions, ensuring clients maximize value from their investments. The role involves travel, client training, and collaboration with sales teams across various industries.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Professional Services, Network Security Engineering, or similar roles.
• Hands-on expertise in at least two of Check Point or Fortinet.
• Bonus experience in SOAR/SIEM, scripting (Python/Bash), or cloud security (AWS/Azure).

Responsibilities

• Deploy and optimize security solutions.
• Lead client implementations, migrations, and upgrades.
• Develop high-quality documentation and conduct client training.

Skills

Network Security Engineering

Hands-on expertise in Check Point

Hands-on expertise in Fortinet

Deep knowledge of firewalls

Deep knowledge of VPNs

Deep knowledge of IDS/IPS

Deep knowledge of cloud security

Advanced troubleshooting

Performance tuning

Education

Certifications such as ITIL, PMP

Cloud security certifications

Tools

Check Point

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Juniper Networks

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Network Security Engineer / Security Consultant, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: 4Square Recruitment Ltd

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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?

Our 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 the value of their security investments.

What You’ll Do:

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

Skills You’ll Need:

• 3+ years in Professional Services, Network Security Engineering, or similar roles
• 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)
• Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or cloud security certifications are advantageous