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Security Network Engineer

United States, Houston · Job Posted June 02, 2026
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We are looking for a Security Network Engineer to join a team in Houston, Texas in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position blends cybersecurity leadership with hands-on network engineering, offering the opportunity to strengthen and modernize enterprise infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. The role is ideal for someone who can secure critical systems, improve network performance, and partner with internal teams and external vendors to support a resilient technology environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Build and enhance security safeguards across enterprise networks, user devices, identity platforms, and cloud-based systems to reduce risk and improve protection
  • Partner with external security providers to investigate alerts, assess threats, and coordinate timely response actions using monitoring platforms and intelligence sources
  • Lead vulnerability reviews and security testing efforts, then prioritize and drive corrective measures to address identified weaknesses
  • Administer and optimize core security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint defense tools, intrusion prevention capabilities, and access management solutions
  • Create, refine, and enforce cybersecurity standards, operational procedures, and a broader security program aligned with business needs
  • Maintain and troubleshoot network infrastructure including SD-WAN, routers, switches, wireless environments, VPN connectivity, and virtualized platforms across multiple locations
  • Support directory services and policy administration in a distributed environment, including Active Directory and group policy management
  • Respond to infrastructure and connectivity issues affecting both physical and cloud-hosted systems, providing advanced technical support when escalation is required
  • Keep network diagrams, asset records, and technical runbooks current to support operational consistency and efficient issue resolution
  • Contribute to compliance readiness, risk evaluations, and security audits while collaborating with cross-functional teams and third-party partners

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
  • 5 to 7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, network security, or a closely related technical role
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and core network protocols in enterprise environments
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls and network security platforms, including technologies such as Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Meraki, and SD-WAN solutions
  • Background supporting cloud security initiatives within platforms such as AWS and Azure
  • Familiarity with incident response, threat analysis, vulnerability management, and security governance practices
  • Understanding of compliance frameworks and security audit expectations in regulated or security-conscious environments
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical teams, business stakeholders, consultants, and external service providers

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan
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