Remote Network Security Engineer - Firewall & Compliance

Apex Systems; Quincy, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

HSA

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Network Security Engineer for a remote, contract role focused on firewall governance, rule reviews, and remediation in a large banking environment. You will plan and implement enterprise networks, assess performance gaps, and establish secure access parameters across devices and services.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network security, hands-on experience with major firewall platforms, and strong collaboration with audit/compliance teams to meet remediation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Network Security with emphasis on firewall governance, operations, and remediation.
• Hands-on experience reviewing firewall rule bases (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point, Cisco ASA/Firepower, Fortinet).
• Strong understanding of network security controls, firewall policies, and rule lifecycle management.
• Experience supporting audit remediation activities including evidence collection, documentation, issue tracking, and action-item closure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement enterprise networks and related hardware/software.
• Perform assessments to identify performance and capacity gaps.
• Establish security, connectivity and access parameters (firewalls, IDS).
• Provide recommendations to optimize network infrastructure.
• Test and tune security devices and systems; program routers and switches.
• Manage network services from planning to implementation.
• Collaborate with audit/compliance teams to address findings and remediation deadlines.

Skills

Firewall governance

Rule lifecycle management

Audit remediation

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Documentation

Tools

Palo Alto

Check Point

Cisco ASA/Firepower

Fortinet

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Apex Systems is seeking a Network Security Engineer for a remote, contract role focused on firewall governance, rule reviews, and remediation in a large banking environment. You will plan and implement enterprise networks, assess performance gaps, and establish secure access parameters across devices and services.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network security, hands-on experience with major firewall platforms, and strong collaboration with audit/compliance teams to meet remediation