Network Engineer II

7 Eleven; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

7-Eleven is seeking a Network Security Engineer II to protect and evolve our enterprise security environment across on-premises, cloud, and distributed networks. This hands-on role builds, operates, and improves security controls while partnering with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to strengthen our security posture.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, log analysis, SIEM, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Vendor or vendor-neutral security certifications such as PCNSE, CCNP Security, CISSP, GIAC, CEH—or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of networking, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain network security solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Monitor security platforms for threats, incidents, and anomalies; respond and perform root-cause analysis.
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation and document actions for audit and improvements.
• Support PCI-DSS and data privacy compliance through controls and reviews.
• Collaborate with network, cloud, DevOps, and application teams to embed security into designs.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Firewalls/IDS/IPS

VPNs

Log analysis

SIEM

Cloud networking

Zero Trust

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Python

PowerShell

SIEM tooling

Job description

7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Network Security Engineer II to help protect and evolve our enterprise security environment across on‑premises, cloud, and distributed networks. This is a hands‑on engineering role suited for security professionals who enjoy building, operating, and improving security controls while partnering closely with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our network security posture as we continue to modernize using cloud‑native technologies, Zero Trust principles, and automation‑driven practices.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Network & Cloud Security Engineering

• Design, deploy, and maintain network security solutions across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Engineer and support:
  • Next‑generation firewalls and network segmentation
  • Secure connectivity solutions (site‑to‑site and remote access)
  • Network access control, secure DNS, and traffic inspection
• Implement and support security controls aligned with Zero Trust and least‑privilege access models

Monitoring, Detection & Incident Response

• Monitor network security platforms for threats, vulnerabilities, and anomalous behavior
• Respond to security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions
• Review logs and telemetry data to improve visibility and detection
• Participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation supporting critical incidents

Vulnerability & Risk Management

• Identify, prioritize, and remediate network security vulnerabilities
• Implement compensating controls where full remediation is not immediately possible
• Participate in security design and architecture reviews for new systems and integrations
• Support regulatory and compliance requirements such as PCI‑DSS and data privacy standards

Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Leverage scripting and automation to improve reliability and efficiency of security operations
• Contribute to Infrastructure‑as‑Code and CI/CD security integrations where appropriate
• Assist with proof‑of‑concept testing and evaluation of new security tools and technologies

Collaboration & Documentation

• Partner with network, cloud, DevOps, and application teams to integrate security into designs and deployments
• Provide guidance on network security best practices and emerging threats
• Maintain clear documentation for configurations, standards, and incident response activities

Education And Experience

EDUCATION: Bachelors/4 Yr Degree or equivalent experience

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 5+ years

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: Vendor or vendor‑neutral security certifications such as: PCNSE, CCNP Security, CISSP, GIAC, CEH—or equivalent experience

Technical Skills

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, segmentation)
  • Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network security monitoring tools
  • Log analysis, SIEM integration, and security telemetry
• Working familiarity with:
  • Cloud networking and security concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Zero Trust architecture concepts
  • Automation or scripting (Python, PowerShell, or similar)

*Position not eligible for sponsorship*

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the individuals assigned to this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change the duties and responsibilities of this job to meet business and organizational needs, as necessary.

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7‑Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long‑term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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