Expert Cybersecurity Engineer - Networks

Schneider Electric; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

403(b) + match

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. seeks an Expert Cybersecurity Engineer - Networks in Boston, MA. You will design, deploy, and secure enterprise IT/OT environments, providing architecture leadership across modern security frameworks and hybrid cloud ecosystems.

Responsibilities include designing high-level and low-level software architecture, integrating security with SIEM, and supporting incident response, monitoring, and vulnerability assessments. Remote work up to 3 days/week is eligible.

Qualifications

• 8 years in OT Security and network security architecture.
• Experience configuring and maintaining firewalls (Cisco ASA/FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet, CheckPoint, Sophos).
• Experience with SD-WAN and IDS/IPS.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and secure enterprise IT/OT environments.
• Provide network and security architecture leadership across LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, data centers, cloud, and industrial networks.
• Integrate firewall and security components with SIEM; support incident response and vulnerability assessments.

Skills

OT Security

Network Security

Incident Response

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cisco ASA/FTD

Palo Alto

Fortinet

CheckPoint

Sophos

SD-WAN

Job description

For this U.S. based position, the expected base salary is $177,902.00 to $186,797.10 per year. Additional short-term incentive compensation is a typical part of our compensation structure and would be in addition to the above-stated range.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. seeks an Expert Cybersecurity Engineer - Networks in Boston, MA.

Design, deploy, and secure enterprise grade Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments. Exercise strong architectural leadership across modern security frameworks, advanced networking and hybrid cloud ecosystems. Provide Network and Security Architecture leadership by architecting enterprise network and security designs across IT/OT segmentation LAN/WAN, SDWAN, Data Center, Cloud, Firewall's for various industrial network environments. Lead creation of high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) software architecture documents. Integrate network components into the SIEM to enable SOC and monitor various security events. Contribute to incident response, security monitoring and compliance by conducting risk and vulnerability assessments. Develop architectural documentation in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Monitor firewall performance, conduct routine network maintenance, and apply the latest security patches. Install, configure, and manage Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls to ensure optimal network performance and security. Implement and manage security policies, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs). Diagnose and resolve network security issues promptly to minimize downtime and ensure network integrity. Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, changes, and security incidents. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Stay updated with the latest security trends and threats. Eligible for remote work 3 days/wk.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related. 8 years of experience in Operational Technology (OT) Security, Network Security Architecture, Network Security Operations, or related. Work experience to include: 5

years of experience in firewall configuration, optimization and maintenance to include: Cisco ASA/ FTD, Palo Alto, Fortinet, CheckPoint, and Sophos; 3 years of experience in deploying and managing Operational Technology (OT) network including: RSPAN of network switches and enabling the segmentation firewall within the industrial environment; 3 years of experience investigating and responding to security events or alerts within the perimeter of network components (e.g., Firewall, switches or Intrusion detection systems); Network and Firewall integration and maintenance to include: (a) Segmentation of IT and OT, (b) security rule management IP Routing, and (c) Access Management; Implementing Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) to include: Fortinet, Viptela, and Versa; and Intrusion detection systems (IDS) and Intrusion prevention systems (IPS). Any and all experience may be gained concurrently.

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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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