Job Description
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Network Security Operations Engineer to join the contractor program in supporting critical customer engagement. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating and securing production networks, solving incidents methodically, and improving reliability through automation and clear documentation.. The successful candidate will work closely with the customer's Network Operations team to ensure operational excellence and stability of the secure network environment.
Required Credentials
3+ years of hands-on experience in network security operations or network infrastructure support
Formal education in networking, information technology, or equivalent practical experience
Required Qualifications
Strong hands-on experience with Juniper networking equipment, particularly SRX firewalls and MX routers, in production environments
Solid understanding of network security operations, including firewall policy management, incident response, and day-to-day troubleshooting
Practical, working knowledge of core routing and security protocols, including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, IPsec VPNs, and VRRP
Experience implementing and maintaining firewall and VPN technologies in operational environments
Working knowledge of DDoS mitigation concepts and participation in network security incident response
Experience with centralized authentication and authorization systems, such as TACACS+ and RADIUS
Hands-on scripting and development experience using Python, focused on maintaining and extending network automation frameworks
Familiarity with version control systems, including Git-based workflows and basic SVN usage for template or configuration management
Exposure to network automation and configuration management pipelines, supporting deployment and operational consistency
Operational scripting experience to maintain existing tools and create small automation solutions
Experience performing infrastructure maintenance tasks, such as server upgrades, patching, and package management
Strong written and verbal English communication skills, suitable for customer-facing operations and incident discussions
Useful Qualifications
Experience with configuration management and automation platforms such as Ansible, Terraform, or Salt
Exposure to API-based integrations for interacting with network or security systems
Familiarity with cloud networking concepts in AWS, GCP, or Azure (not required and not a primary responsibility)
Experience with monitoring and alerting systems such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK-based stacks
Working knowledge of modern data formats (JSON, YAML, XML) and basic exposure to databases used by operational tooling
Contractor Scope Of Work Delivery Expectations
Below covers the scope of work we anticipate the contractor supporting throughout the project timeline.
Scope And Solution Expectations
Operate and support network security infrastructure with a focus on Juniper SRX/MX, firewall policy management, VPN implementation/maintenance, and routing security
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network security incidents, including DDoS-related events, using structured incident response practices
Implement, review, and maintain firewall rules, VPN configurations, and network security policies following approved change processes
Support and maintain centralized authentication integrations (TACACS+, RADIUS) for network device access control
Maintain and enhance Python-based automation frameworks used for network operations and security workflows
Contribute to repeatable operational work by creating SOPs and automating routine tasks, improving consistency and reducing manual effort
Perform supporting infrastructure maintenance tasks related to the tooling environment (server upgrades, patching, package management)
Produce and maintain network documentation and diagrams that are clear for both internal teams and customer stakeholder
Communicate clearly and professionally with customers during incident handling, change discussions, and troubleshooting updates
Boundaries: this role is operations and automation-focused; it does not own security architecture strategy or long-term platform design
