Sr Network Security Engineer

Lowe's; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's in Charlotte is seeking an experienced information security engineer to design, implement, and operate security tools and services across on‑prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. You will translate business and technical requirements into robust security solutions, manage IAM, certificates, VPN, Zero Trust, and automation using Python, Ansible, and Terraform.

Join Lowe's to help protect enterprise assets, collaborate with Infrastructure, Cloud, and Security teams, and drive secure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, CIS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 5+ years of technology system support, software development or a related field.
• 2+ years of information security applications and systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network security solutions including Fortinet.
• Engineer network security architectures across hybrid environments (GCP, Azure, OCI, on-prem).
• Develop secure access technologies: VPN, ZTNA, NAC, web proxy, IoT security, microsegmentation.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize security systems; lead remediation activities.
• Automate security operations using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and IaC tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Security engineering

Network security

Zero Trust

Cloud security

Automation / IaC

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, CIS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Fortinet

Terraform

Ansible

VPN

Job description

Innovate in Charlotte

Thank you for dedicating your time and talent to Lowe's. We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow, so if you find a position you're interested in below, we encourage you to apply!

Your Impact

The primary purpose of this role is to support the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of information security tools and services. This includes leading the process of translating business and technical requirements into robust enterprise security software solutions that ensure information assets are adequately protected with acceptable levels of control. This also includes monitoring, testing, and evaluating security assessments of systems and taking steps to design and implement remediation solutions.

To be successful, the individual in this role must have strong knowledge of security practices and tools related to identity and access management along with enterprise digital certificate management systems. This role establishes and maintains programs that enable the business to operate efficiently and remain in compliance with regulatory and industry best practices.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network security solutions, including physical, virtual, and cloud-based firewalls (Fortinet), ensuring secure, reliable, and compliant operations.
• Engineer and support network security architectures across hybrid environments, including Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), and on-premises data centers.
• Design, implement, and administer secure access technologies, including VPN, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Network Access Control (NAC), web proxy, IoT security, and microsegmentation solutions to support Zero Trust initiatives.
• Install, upgrade, configure, and maintain firewalls, network security appliances, and related infrastructure while managing lifecycle, change control, and operational support.
• Monitor, trouble shoot, and optimize enterprise security systems; investigate security events, respond to escalated issues, and lead break/fix activities to ensure service availability.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cloud, Network, Security Operations, and Architecture teams to design secure solutions, implement remediation plans, and integrate security into enterprise projects.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies, industry trends, and threat intelligence to improve the organization's security posture and defend against evolving cyber threats.
• Develop and maintain security standards, technical documentation, operational procedures, and architecture diagrams while ensuring knowledge transfer to Security Operations teams.
• Automate security operations and infrastructure management using scripting and Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers, provide technical leadership on complex initiatives, and communicate effectively with technical teams, leadership, and business stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong understanding of enterprise networking, security architecture, compliance frameworks, risk management, and project delivery best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Computer Science, CIS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• 5 Years of Experience in technology system support, software development or a related field
• 2 Years of Experience with information security applications and systems

Preferred Skills/Education

• Experience designing and supporting enterprise network security and firewall technologies, including Fortinet
• Experience with cloud security technologies and hybrid environments
• Experience with VPN, ZTNA, NAC, microsegmentation, or related secure access technologies
• Experience with Python, Ansible, Terraform, or other automation/IaC tools
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Experience identifying and remediating security threats and vulnerabilities across enterprise infrastructure
• Experience creating technical documentation, security standards, and architecture diagrams
• Experience providing technical leadership or mentoring engineers
• Relevant security certifications such as OSCP or GPEN

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe's is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .

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