Senior Network Security Engineer

Robotic Technologies Automation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Robotic Technologies Automation is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer in Austin, TX to design, implement, and optimize enterprise security across on-prem and multi-cloud environments. You will lead security initiatives, mentor engineers, and drive secure network architectures while coordinating across teams.

The role requires extensive experience in firewall and network security, plus strong scripting for automation and compliance with major security frameworks.

Qualifications

• Palo Alto Firewalls: hands-on admin, config, rules, troubleshooting, optimization.
• Network Security: TCP/IP, routing, VPN, WAN/LAN, perimeter defense.
• Security Technologies: WAF, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, DLP, CASB, NAC.
• Cloud Security: AWS and Azure environments.
• Automation: Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting.
• Security Frameworks: NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001.
• Technical Leadership: lead security initiatives, mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, maintain, and optimize Palo Alto firewalls.
• Manage perimeter security platforms, WAF, IDS/IPS, VPN, and NAC.
• Implement secure architectures across on-prem, AWS, and Azure.
• Monitor security events, threat hunting, and incident investigations.
• Conduct security assessments and ensure compliance with standards.
• Automate security operations using scripting.
• Maintain network diagrams, runbooks, and SOPs.
• Lead cross-functional security projects and mentor engineers.
• Participate in maintenance windows and incident response.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks Firewalls

Network Security

Security Technologies

Cloud Security

Automation

Security Frameworks

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in cyber-related field

Master's degree in Cybersecurity / IT or related field

Tools

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Senior Network Security Engineer - Austin, TX

Duration: 12 Months + Extension

Bill Rate: $78/hour

Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C

Client: To Be Discussed Later

Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD

Job Description

Senior Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise perimeter and infrastructure security across on-premises and multi-cloud environments.

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls: Advanced hands-on administration, configuration, rule management, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Network Security: TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPN, WAN/LAN, and perimeter defense.
• Security Technologies: WAF, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, DLP, CASB, and NAC.
• Cloud Security: Hands-on experience securing AWS and Microsoft Azure environments.
• Automation: Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting.
• Security Frameworks: NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.
• Technical Leadership: Ability to lead security initiatives, guide project teams, and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise Palo Alto firewalls.
• Manage perimeter security platforms, WAF, IDS/IPS, VPN, and NAC.
• Implement secure network architectures across on-premises, AWS, and Azure environments.
• Monitor security events, perform threat hunting, and investigate network security incidents.
• Conduct security assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Automate security operations using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, runbooks, and SOPs.
• Lead cross-functional security projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Participate in maintenance windows, after-hours implementations, and emergency incident response.

Experience & Education

• 11+ years of dedicated cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Strong enterprise network and firewall security background.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: PCNSE, CISSP, CCNP Security, GIAC, CEH, or Security+.
• SOC experience.
• Zero Trust security architecture experience.
• Cloud-native security tools.
• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.