Network Security DevOps Engineer

Cloud Analytics Technologies, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Network Security Engineer to design and manage security technologies across various infrastructures. This role requires at least 3 years of experience in network security, with familiarity in platforms such as Cisco ASA and FortiGate. The candidate will also utilize automation and DevOps practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously in a virtual team are essential. This position is based in Wisconsin, offering a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in network security.
• Experience with Cisco ASA, FTD, FortiGate, Juniper SRX.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP and OSI model.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security technologies.
• Operate and maintain network security appliances.
• Support security operations including monitoring and incident response.

Skills

Network security firewalls and appliances

Automation (Infrastructure-as-Code, scripting, CI/CD)

Cloud connectivity and network security (AWS & Azure)

Excellent verbal and written communication in English

Self-motivated and proactive

Tools

GitHub

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Jenkins

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security technologies and services across regions and infrastructure environments (data centers, offices, edge).
• Operate and maintain network security appliances (Fortinet, Cisco, Juniper), including software upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities.
• Build and manage network security infrastructure using DevOps practices and automation tools to reduce manual intervention.
• Support security operations including monitoring, analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Evaluate security advisories/vulnerabilities and provide timely recommendations and mitigations.
• Participate in ad-hoc vulnerability assessments and incident response efforts.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across Cybersecurity, Projects, and internal customers to deliver secure network solutions.
• Develop and maintain operational processes, runbooks, and documentation for ongoing support.
• Participate in a global "follow-the-sun" on-call support rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience in network security.
• Experience with network security platforms: Cisco ASA (CSM), FTD (FMC), FortiGate (FortiManager), Juniper SRX (Junos Space).
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing/switching, ACLs, NAT, DNS.
• Familiarity with security technologies: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, encryption, authentication, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP and Internet technologies, IPS/IDS, firewall virtualization, VPNs, NAT, DNS.
• Automation & DevOps: GitHub, Terraform, Ansible, Python, REST APIs, Jenkins, Jinja2, YAML (experience with CI/CD concepts and tools is a plus).
• Cloud: Experience with AWS and Azure network security services and connectivity.
• Relevant certifications preferred but not required: Cisco (CCNA/CCNP Security), Fortinet (FCA/FCSS/NSE), CISSP, GIAC.

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, able to work independently in a global virtual team.
• Strong multitasking, prioritization, analytical mindset, and collaborative team orientation.

Top 3 Required Skillsets

• Network security firewalls and appliances
• Automation (Infrastructure‑as‑Code, scripting, CI/CD)
• Cloud connectivity and network security (AWS & Azure)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract