Microsegmentation Engineer

INSPYR Solutions; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Network Security Microsegmentation Engineer to design, implement, and operate enterprise microsegmentation using Illumio, strengthening Zero Trust protections across workloads. You will partner with app, infra, and security teams to analyze traffic, define dependencies, and enforce least-privilege access in production environments.

The role requires hands-on Illumio experience, strong networking fundamentals, and the ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues

Qualifications

• 5+ years of network security engineering experience.
• Hands-on Illumio experience.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust.
• Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
• Experience with firewall policy design and traffic analysis.
• Experience with Windows and Linux.
• Ability to analyze network traffic and security logs.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain microsegmentation policies using Illumio.
• Analyze application communication flows and define dependencies.
• Enforce least-privilege access aligned to Zero Trust principles.
• Deploy segmentation policies across hybrid and on-prem environments.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams.
• Troubleshoot blocked or unexpected traffic.
• Document segmentation design and procedures.
• Support change management and policy lifecycle operations.

Skills

Illumio

Zero Trust

TCP/IP

Firewall policies

Linux/Windows

Traffic analysis

Tools

Palo Alto

Check Point

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Network Security Microsegmentation Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Network Security Microsegmentation Engineer to help advance our enterprise Zero Trust security strategy. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and supporting microsegmentation controls using Illumio to reduce lateral movement risk and enforce least-privilege access across enterprise workloads. The successful candidate will have strong network security experience, practical knowledge of network fundamentals, and hands-on exposure to Illumio or similar microsegmentation platforms. This individual will partner closely with application, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and architecture teams to analyze traffic flows, build segmentation policies, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and support secure application communication. This is a hands-on engineering role suited for someone who understands both the technical depth of network security and the operational discipline required to implement segmentation safely in production environments.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Network Security Microsegmentation Engineer to support the design, implementation, and operational management of enterprise microsegmentation capabilities. This role will focus on securing application workloads and supporting Zero Trust initiatives using Illumio.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain microsegmentation policies using Illumio.
• Analyze application communication flows and define dependencies.
• Enforce least-privilege access aligned to Zero Trust principles.
• Deploy segmentation policies across hybrid and on-prem environments.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams.
• Troubleshoot blocked or unexpected traffic.
• Support change management and policy lifecycle operations.
• Document segmentation design and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in network security or cybersecurity engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Illumio.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles.
• Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
• Experience with firewall policy design and traffic analysis.
• Strong understanding of network security technologies including firewalls, routing, ACLs, traffic analysis, and policy enforcement across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Experience analyzing network traffic and security logs to troubleshoot application connectivity and segmentation-related issues.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Windows and Linux.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing microsegmentation policies at enterprise scale.
• Cloud security experience in Azure, AWS, and/or GCP environments.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks and/or Check Point firewall administration, policy management, and traffic analysis.
• Experience using Splunk or similar SIEM and log analytics platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, Elastic, LogRhythm) for security monitoring, troubleshooting, and traffic investigation.
• Familiarity with security tools including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and network visibility platforms.
• Scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, PCNSE, CCSM, Security+, or equivalent.

Our benefits package includes:

(EXCLUDE on perm placements)

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a leading global expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our tailored offerings include a wide variety of professional services, project solutions, managed services, and talent resources, all bolstered by our strategic partnerships with cutting-edge technology services. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at www.inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status. INSPYR Solutions complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact [e-mail] for assistance.