Hybrid Network Security Architect – Zero Trust & SASE

Conglomerateit; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

ConglomerateIT in Framingham, MA / Atlanta, GA, seeks a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and optimize security across on‑premises and cloud environments. The role emphasizes Zero Trust, SASE, and next‑generation firewall technologies.

The candidate will apply SD‑WAN, PKI/TLS, DPI/IPS/IDS, and related security capabilities while collaborating with architecture, infrastructure, and operations teams to protect global networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Network Security Engineering.
• 8+ years in Network Architecture and Engineering.
• Strong understanding of SASE/SSE, ZTNA, and scalable access architectures.
• Hands-on with SD-WAN platforms.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP/OSPF/EIGRP.
• PKI, TLS, and DTLS expertise.
• DPI/IPS/IDS and malware detection expertise.
• Experience with Zscaler ZIA/ZPA, Cisco Secure Access, Palo Alto Prisma Access.
• Experience with Network Automation and Observability tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and assess current-state network architecture and security posture.
• Implement and support Network Security solutions based on Zero Trust, SASE, and Next-Generation Firewall capabilities.
• Align network security solutions with business requirements, standards, and use cases.
• Assist in evaluating and comparing Network Security solutions, including trade‑offs, functionality, and cost considerations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to deploy and support Network Security solutions.
• Support network security initiatives across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Assist in developing and maintaining network security policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Stay current with emerging network security technologies, industry best practices, and security trends.

Skills

SASE/SSE

ZTNA

SD-WAN

TCP/IP

BGP/OSPF/EIGRP

PKI/TLS/DTLS

DPI/IPS/IDS

NGFW platforms

Zscaler ZIA/ZPA

Network Automation

Observability tools

Troubleshooting & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/IT

Job description

ConglomerateIT in Framingham, MA / Atlanta, GA, seeks a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and optimize security across on‑premises and cloud environments. The role emphasizes Zero Trust, SASE, and next‑generation firewall technologies.

The candidate will apply SD‑WAN, PKI/TLS, DPI/IPS/IDS, and related security capabilities while collaborating with architecture, infrastructure, and operations teams to protect global networks.