Senior Network Security Engineer

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer - Custom Development

About Us

We are a leading ERP software and solutions provider to dealers and rental companies of heavy equipment. We specialize in working with the construction, mining, forestry, material handling, and agriculture industries. We aim to be the ERP thought leader in our space and a trusted IT advisor to all dealers and rental companies. Today, we have over 700 employee associates, offices on four continents, and customers in over 20 countries. We are privately held, and our headquarters are in beautiful Cary, NC. We seek talented individuals to join our team and help us aggressively grow our North American footprint for our on-premises and 100% cloud-based ERP solutions.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a technically adept and proactive Senior Security Engineer with deep expertise in Azure cloud and network security. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for automation and a strong grasp of modern security frameworks and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage secure cloud infrastructure on Azure.
• Monitor and analyze network traffic for security threats and anomalies.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are embedded across development and operations.
• Stay current with the latest security trends, threat intelligence, and technologies.
• Drive the implementation of automation solutions to strengthen security posture, including automated threat detection, response workflows, and compliance checks.
• Develop and maintain Azure Automation runbooks for routine security operations and incident response.
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and enforce the principle of least privilege across cloud resources.
• Secure hybrid environments using Azure Hybrid Runbook Workers and Microsoft Entra ID-based authentication.
• Ensure secure configuration of automation accounts, network isolation, and identity management in line with Microsoft's cloud security benchmarks
• Lead initiatives to migrate legacy security configurations (e.g., Run As accounts) to modern, identity-based models.
• Participate in security incident response and root cause analysis and recommend preventive measures.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 9-10 years of relevant experience in security engineering or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of Azure cloud services and security features.
• Experience with network security, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM tools.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Azure Automation).
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and Microsoft Cloud Security Benchmark.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AZ-500, CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a must.
• Experience as part of CISO team is essential.

Note: Please ensure experience is reviewed under total (total IT) + relevant (security domain)

Why Join Us:

Opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

The chance to make a significant impact on the company's success and growth.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why work for VitalEdge

We don't just sell technology, we enable transformation that results in broader societal benefits like building homes and critical infrastructure, growing food and delivering all sorts of products we all rely on for daily life. We exist to ultimately equip the world to keep running. We have more than 60 years of combined experience and two industry-leading software suites and associated apps, with which we will drive the market forward. It's an exciting time to work for VitalEdge join us!

VitalEdge is an Equal Opportunity Employer