Network Security Engineer

The Washington Institute for STEM, Entrepreneurship and Research; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WISER is seeking a Network Security Engineer to perform hands‑on assessments of enterprise network security infrastructure and support the implementation of quantum‑safe security recommendations. The role focuses on VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, secure web gateways, network controls, and cryptographic dependencies.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience, strong TCP/IP knowledge, and hands‑on experience with enterprise security infrastructure in cloud/hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in network security or network engineering.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls, proxies, TLS, and network security technologies.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network security infrastructure.
• Experience with VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, secure web gateways, or ZTNA.
• Familiarity with cloud and hybrid network environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess enterprise network security configurations and infrastructure.
• Analyze VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, ZTNA, SWG, and secure connectivity environments.
• Identify RSA/ECDH and other cryptographic dependencies.
• Assess TLS configurations, certificates, cipher suites, and security policies.
• Review firewall, proxy, VPN, and network access‑control configurations.
• Identify vulnerabilities, legacy configurations, and migration constraints.
• Support network segmentation and Zero Trust assessments.
• Collect and normalize technical evidence from network and security platforms.
• Support cryptographic discovery and inventory development.
• Assist with CBOM data collection and validation.
• Support remediation planning and technical testing.
• Document findings, configurations, dependencies, and remediation actions.
• Work with architects and client engineering teams to validate recommendations.
• Support technical workshops and assessment activities.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

VPN

Firewalls

Proxies

TLS

Network security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Job description

WISER is seeking a Network Security Engineer to perform hands‑on technical assessments of enterprise network security infrastructure and support the implementation of quantum-safe security recommendations. The role focuses on VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, secure web gateways, network controls, and cryptographic dependencies.

Why Join WISER?

Join a growing organization working to prepare enterprises for the security implications of quantum computing. You'll work alongside security architects and quantum specialists on real‑world cybersecurity assessments and modernization initiatives.

What You'll Do:

Network Security Assessment

• Assess enterprise network security configurations and infrastructure.
• Analyze VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, ZTNA, SWG, and secure connectivity environments.
• Identify RSA/ECDH and other cryptographic dependencies.
• Assess TLS configurations, certificates, cipher suites, and security policies.
• Review firewall, proxy, VPN, and network access‑control configurations.

Security Engineering

• Identify vulnerabilities, legacy configurations, and migration constraints.
• Support network segmentation and Zero Trust assessments.
• Collect and normalize technical evidence from network and security platforms.
• Support cryptographic discovery and inventory development.
• Assist with CBOM data collection and validation.
• Support remediation planning and technical testing.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Document findings, configurations, dependencies, and remediation actions.
• Work with architects and client engineering teams to validate recommendations.
• Support technical workshops and assessment activities.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in network security or network engineering.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls, proxies, TLS, and network security technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise network security infrastructure.
• Experience with VPN, proxy, TLS inspection, secure web gateways, or ZTNA.
• Ability to analyze network configurations and identify security and cryptographic dependencies.
• Familiarity with cloud and hybrid network environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. U.S. citizenship is not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with post‑quantum cryptography and cryptographic migration.
• Experience with Python, PowerShell, or other automation tools.
• Experience with CBOM or cryptographic inventory tools.
• Relevant networking or security certifications.
• Experience in financial services or other regulated industries.