Network Security Test Engineer

HireTalent; Mayfield Heights (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HireTalent is seeking a Network Security Test Engineer in Mayfield Heights, OH, to assess vulnerabilities in Ethernet networks and industrial automation systems. The role focuses on security testing, test environment design, and collaboration with developers to improve reliability.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in CS/engineering and 3+ years in software testing or development, with experience in Cisco switches and Python scripting. Onsite with some remote days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering (CS focus).
• 3+ years of software testing or development experience.
• Strong knowledge of Ethernet, networking protocols, and IT/OT convergence.

Responsibilities

• Perform security testing using white-box, grey-box, and black-box techniques.
• Design Ethernet network test environments and develop automated test cases.
• Troubleshoot network implementations and collaborate with developers to resolve issues.
• Document test results and evaluate network security vulnerabilities.

Skills

Ethernet networks

Security testing

Fuzzing tools

Automated testing frameworks

Python scripting

Industrial control systems

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/CS/EE (CS focus)

Tools

Cisco IE/Stratix switches

Job description

Hiring: Network Security Test Engineer | Mayfield Heights, OH

Are you experienced in Ethernet network testing, cybersecurity, and industrial networking? Client is looking for a skilled engineer to identify vulnerabilities, strengthen network security, and improve the reliability of industrial automation systems.

What You’ll Do

• Perform security testing using white-box, grey-box, and black-box techniques.


• Design Ethernet network test environments and develop automated test cases.


• Troubleshoot network implementations and collaborate with developers to resolve technical issues.


• Document test results and evaluate network security vulnerabilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with a Computer Science focus.


• 3+ years of software testing or development experience.


• Strong knowledge of Ethernet networks, networking protocols, and IT/OT convergence.


• Experience with Cisco IE/Stratix switches, security testing, fuzzing tools, and automated testing frameworks.


• Knowledge of industrial control systems; Python scripting experience is preferred.

Location:

Mayfield Heights, OH

Work Arrangement:

Primarily onsite, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with potential flexibility for occasional remote days.