Design, implement, and maintain network security systems to protect against cyber threats. Develop and deploy firewall policies, monitor network traffic, and analyze security incidents. Collaborate with distributed teams to ensure seamless security operations.
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Technical Skills Required
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Job Description
Job Description — Network Security Engineer (Firewall Platform)
Duration: 3+ Month Contract (possible extension)
Location: Remote
Client Domain: Healthcare
Python
Checkpoint
Deployment hardware
Cloud devices
Zscaler
web application firewall
Akamai experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
- (or equivalent experience)
- 2–4 years of network security engineering experience
- Hands-on experience with enterprise firewall platforms (Checkpoint preferred; Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, SonicWall acceptable)
- Experience with network security technologies (firewalls, proxy, DNS)
- Experience supporting VPNs, routing, and segmentation
- Experience working with distributed teams and shifting priorities
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Technical Skills
Required
- Network security tools (Wireshark, Snort, Nagios or similar)
- SIEM monitoring and incident analysis
- NetFlow traffic analysis
- Firewall policy management and troubleshooting
- Network fundamentals (routing, NAT, VLANs)
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Preferred
- Algosec, Panorama, or vendor firewall management tools
- Automation scripting (PowerShell, Python, or similar)
- Cloud networking security
- Healthcare or regulated environments
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status
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