4 Senior Remote Network Security Engineer jobs in whatjobs
Senior Remote Network Security Engineer
Posted 21 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Remote Network Security Engineer to join their elite cybersecurity team. This is a fully remote position focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security solutions to protect the company's digital assets. You will be responsible for threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and the deployment of cutting-edge security technologies. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security best practices. You will work collaboratively in a virtual environment with IT and security teams to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our networks.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Monitor network traffic for security breaches and malicious activity, and lead incident response efforts.
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure network configurations and deployments.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
- Architect and implement security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Maintain documentation of network security systems, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Mentor junior security analysts and contribute to the overall security strategy.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in network security engineering or a related cybersecurity role.
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, network segmentation, and security best practices.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise-level firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies.
- Proficiency with security monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and incident response methodologies.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or CEH are preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
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Senior Remote Network Security Engineer
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly expanding cybersecurity firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Remote Network Security Engineer to bolster their security infrastructure. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to safeguard networks and data from threats across the globe. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security solutions, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), VPNs, and security best practices. You will play a critical role in protecting our client's digital assets and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information. Your proactive approach to threat mitigation will be essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is a 100% remote position, perfect for a security professional located anywhere within Kenya, particularly if based near Nakuru, Nakuru, KE . If you are passionate about cybersecurity and ready to tackle complex security challenges, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDPS, VPNs, and other security devices.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and respond to security alerts and incidents in a timely manner.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization.
- Configure and maintain security tools, ensuring their effectiveness and optimal performance.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of network design and operations.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
- Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Manage security-related projects and initiatives from planning to completion.
- Participate in on-call rotations for incident response.
- Document network security architecture, configurations, and incident response procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in network security engineering or a related role.
- In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, network protocols, and common network security threats.
- Hands-on experience with various firewall technologies (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), IDPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Proficiency in configuring and managing VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL).
- Strong understanding of security best practices, including encryption, access control, and authentication methods.
- Experience with cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or GIAC are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote work environment.
This is a 100% remote position, perfect for a security professional located anywhere within Kenya, particularly if based near Nakuru, Nakuru, KE . If you are passionate about cybersecurity and ready to tackle complex security challenges, we want to hear from you.
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Senior Remote Network Security Engineer
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Remote Network Security Engineer to join their fully remote, world-class cybersecurity team. This crucial role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust network security solutions to protect the company's digital assets and infrastructure. You will play a key role in developing security strategies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents. Your responsibilities will include configuring and maintaining firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and other security tools. You will also be involved in network architecture reviews, security policy development, and ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of network protocols, security principles, and various cybersecurity technologies. You will be adept at threat analysis, incident response, and proactive security measures. As a remote employee, exceptional problem-solving skills, strong self-discipline, and excellent communication abilities are essential. You must be proficient in using remote access tools, network monitoring systems, and collaborative platforms. Your expertise will be vital in safeguarding the organization against evolving cyber threats. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a leading-edge cybersecurity function from the convenience of your home office, ensuring the security and integrity of critical network infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructures.
- Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security devices.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
- Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies.
- Respond to and investigate security incidents in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security best practices.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security engineers.
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Develop and maintain network security documentation.
- Participate in security architecture reviews and design sessions.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in network security engineering.
- Proven experience with firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPN technologies.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network security principles.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment.
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Senior Remote Network Security Engineer
Posted 10 days ago
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Our client is searching for a highly skilled Senior Remote Network Security Engineer to fortify their digital infrastructure. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to work from any secure location within Kenya. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security solutions to protect our sensitive data and systems against evolving cyber threats. Responsibilities include conducting security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing remediation plans. You will also be responsible for configuring and managing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), VPNs, and other security appliances. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in network protocols, security best practices, and threat intelligence. You will be involved in incident response, forensic analysis, and disaster recovery planning. This role requires a proactive mindset, a commitment to staying ahead of security trends, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Collaboration with IT operations and development teams will be essential to ensure security is integrated throughout the system lifecycle. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, possess strong analytical skills, and can effectively communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Your expertise will be vital in safeguarding our organization's assets and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This is a critical role for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of our network.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.
- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
- Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Monitor network traffic for security breaches and suspicious activities.
- Respond to security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system design and deployment.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
- Manage security logging and monitoring systems.
- Participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNA Security, CEH) are highly valued.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in network security engineering.
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP, routing, and switching.
- Hands-on experience with various security technologies (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Check Point).
- Proficiency in security incident response and forensic investigation techniques.
- Strong understanding of threat landscapes and cybersecurity best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
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