Senior Security Network Engineer -- REMOTE | Req#3954

ActioNet, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ActioNet is seeking a Senior Security Network Engineer with strong expertise in safeguarding network infrastructures for a remote position. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with Cisco and Palo Alto solutions, as well as proficiency in AWS and Azure cloud environments. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance with cybersecurity standards and involves a number of key responsibilities, including incident analysis and security controls management.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Education and Professional Training

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Identity Theft Protection

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in network security engineering roles.
• Experience with Cisco FTD and Palo Alto NGFWs.
• Understanding of Cloudflare configurations and Zero Trust services.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain network security solutions, including firewalls.
• Administer Cloudflare services for enhanced security.
• Analyze and respond to various security incidents.

Skills

Network Security

Cisco Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cloud Security

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

• Senior Security Network Engineer -- REMOTE

Senior Security Network Engineer -- REMOTE | Req#3954

IgniteAction, a joint venture between ActioNet and Ignite has an immediate opening fora Senior Network Security Engineer with deep experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures in hybrid cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have senior-level expertise with Cisco and Palo Alto firewalls, experience managing Cloudflare services, and proficiency in both AWS and Azure cloud platforms. This role plays a critical part in securing enterprise infrastructure and ensuring compliance with modern cybersecurity standards.

Location: Remote

Clearance Requirement: Public Trust High (Eligibility to US Citizens Only) / Background Check

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain Cisco and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy creation, NAT rules, VPNs, and logging.
• Administer Cloudflare services for DNS, DDoS protection, WAF, Zero Trust, and CDN.
• Implement and manage security controls across hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure).
• Analyze and respond to security incidents, working with SOC and IT teams to contain and remediate threats.
• Perform regular firewall audits and rule optimization to reduce complexity and improve performance.
• Integrate security infrastructure with SIEM platforms and logging systems.
• Provide guidance on network segmentation, microsegmentation, and zero trust architecture.
• Develop and maintain security runbooks, architecture diagrams, and documentation.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in network security engineering roles.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco FTD and Palo Alto NGFWs (Panorama, GlobalProtect).
• Strong working knowledge of Cloudflare configurations and Zero Trust services.
• Experience securing and managing workloads in AWS (VPCs, Security Groups, NACLs, Transit Gateway) and Azure (NSGs, Azure Firewall, Defender for Cloud).
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, VPNs, and network troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with firewall and cloud configuration automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Required to be a US Citizen in order to be eligible to support this Federal Government Agency. Please note that if hold a Public Trust but do not meet this eligibility - we cannot present you to this Agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, PCNSE, AWS Security Specialty, AZ-500.
• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., FedRAMP, FISMA, HIPAA).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and cloud-native security tools.

ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with strong qualifications and expertise in Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security and IT Managed Services. With 26+ years of stellar past performance, ActioNet is the premier Trusted Innogrator !

• Advanced and Managed IT Services
• Agile Software Development
• DevSecOps
• Cybersecurity
• Health IT
• C4ISR & SIGINT
• Data Center Engineering & Operations

Why ActioNet?

At ActioNet, our Passion for Quality is at the heart of everything we do:

• Commitment to Employees : We are committed to making ActioNet a great place to work and continue to invest in our ActioNeters.
• Commitment to Customers : We are committed to our customers by driving and sustaining Service Delivery Excellence.
• Commitment to Community : We are committed to giving back to our community, helping others, and making the world a better place for our next generation.

ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for the twelfth year in a row (2014 - 2025). We have a 98% customer retention rate. We are passionate about the inspirational missions of our customers, and we entrust our employees and teams to deliver exceptional performance to enable the safety, security, health, and well-being of our nation.

What's in It For You?

As an ActioNeter, you get to be part of an exceptional team and a corporate culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy, and a desire to develop your skills, experience, and career. Are you ready to make a difference?

ActioNet is an equal-opportunity employer and values inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Full-Time Employees are eligible to participate in our ActioNet’s Benefits Program:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Education and Professional Training
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Referral and Merit Recognition Programs
• Employee Assistance and Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Holidays: 11 per year
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Disability Insurance

ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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