Network Security Engineer - Cloud, IoT & Incident Response

Kargo; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Kargo is seeking a Security Engineer to design and implement secure network architectures across cloud, on-premises, and edge/IoT environments. You will configure firewalls, VPNs, and identity controls while partnering with Infrastructure and Engineering teams to embed security into deployments.

The role requires hands-on cloud, vulnerability management, incident response, and governance experience. A 3+ year track record and a technical bachelor's degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network security, cybersecurity engineering, or infrastructure security.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols like TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, and switching.
• Hands-on with security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management tools.
• Experience securing cloud environments (AWS or Google Cloud Platform).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure network architectures across cloud, on-premise, and edge/IoT environments.
• Monitor security alerts and incident response; lead containment and remediation.
• Oversee vulnerability assessments, pentesting, and security reviews.
• Secure cloud infrastructure and identity/access controls; partner with engineering teams.
• Architect secure edge networking and secure remote access for fleet operations.
• Develop security policies, standards, and training for internal teams.

Skills

Network security

Cybersecurity engineering

Cloud security

IoT security

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Firewalls

VPNs

Vulnerability management tools

WireGuard

Tailscale

Job description

Kargo is seeking a Security Engineer to design and implement secure network architectures across cloud, on-premises, and edge/IoT environments. You will configure firewalls, VPNs, and identity controls while partnering with Infrastructure and Engineering teams to embed security into deployments.

The role requires hands-on cloud, vulnerability management, incident response, and governance experience. A 3+ year track record and a technical bachelor's degree are preferred.