Network Security Architect, Cisco firewalls

Apex Systems; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Network Security Architect focused on Cisco firewalls and related infrastructure. You will analyze configurations, refine rules, and implement controls to strengthen the perimeter while supporting a remote-ready environment.

The role requires 5+ years in network architecture and Cisco firewall experience, with duties across tuning rules, deploying secure VPN or ZTNA, and creating isolated segments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Network Architecture.
• 5+ years of experience with Cisco firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Analyze firewall rules and network configurations to identify gaps.
• Block identified IOCs at the network perimeter.
• Review and refine firewall rules to enhance security posture.
• Implement controls to limit ingress/egress traffic.
• Ensure infrastructure is patched to address vulnerabilities.
• Deploy secure VPN or ZTNA solutions.
• Create new network segments to isolate critical systems.
• Be available to work nights and weekends as required.

Skills

Network Architecture

Cisco Firewalls

Job description

Job Description: Network Security Architect, Cisco firewalls

Job#: 3055234

Job Description: Network Security Architect, Cisco firewalls

Location: Austin, Texas (Remote)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Network Security Architect to support a proactive requirement for building a pipeline for IRR business. The architect will be responsible for analyzing and enhancing network security, primarily focusing on Cisco firewalls and related infrastructure. This role involves analyzing configurations, refining rulesets, and implementing security controls to protect the network environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze firewall rules and network configurations to identify gaps.
• Block identified Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) at the network perimeter.
• Review and refine firewall rules to enhance the overall security posture.
• Implement controls to limit ingress and egress traffic to the environment.
• Ensure network infrastructure is brought to current patch levels to address vulnerabilities.
• Deploy secure VPN or Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions.
• Create new network segments to isolate critical systems.
• Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project needs.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Must have 5+ years of experience in Network Architecture. Must have 5+ years of experience with Cisco firewalls.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.