Cybersecurity Network Engineer
About The Position
The Cybersecurity Network Engineer is a key technical role responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of secure network infrastructure across enterprise and manufacturing environments. This position combines deep networking expertise with hands-on cybersecurity engineering, ensuring the reliability, performance, and protection of critical IT and operational technology (OT) systems. The ideal candidate is an experienced engineer with strong knowledge of Cisco and Fortinet platforms, hybrid cloud (Microsoft Azure), and core infrastructure services including DHCP, DNS, and Active Directory, with a proven ability to design and secure distributed environments in a manufacturing context.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4–8 years of experience in network engineering and cybersecurity
- Strong hands-on experience with: Cisco networking (routing, switching, wireless), Fortinet firewall platforms (design & configuration), Microsoft Azure networking
- Deep understanding of: TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory integration
- Experience with Windows and Linux environments in enterprise settings
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to design scalable, secure network architecture
- Strong collaboration with infrastructure, security, and operations teams
- Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial environments (OT/ICS exposure)
- Knowledge of network segmentation and zero trust architecture
- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) aligned to enterprise programs
- Certifications preferred: Cisco (CCNA / CCNP), Fortinet (NSE), Microsoft Azure (AZ-700 or similar)
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure enterprise network architectures across corporate, plant, and cloud environments
- Architect and configure firewall solutions (Fortinet, Cisco) including segmentation, VPNs, and zero-trust principles
- Develop secure network designs supporting manufacturing operations and industrial control systems (ICS/OT)
- Engineer and support core network services including: DHCP, DNS, IP addressing strategies, Active Directory and identity-integrated network services, Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, connectivity patterns)
- Integrate on-premises and cloud environments with secure hybrid connectivity
- Deploy, configure, and support network hardware and security systems with minimal disruption to business operations
- Monitor network and security events; respond to alerts and drive root cause resolution
- Partner with cybersecurity teams to support incident response activities
- Configure and maintain firewall policies, routing, NAT, and access control frameworks
- Perform regular firewall rule reviews, optimization, and compliance alignment
- Support vulnerability remediation through network and configuration changes
- Support network segmentation strategies between IT and OT environments
- Design secure connectivity for plant systems, ensuring availability and resilience of manufacturing operations
- Collaborate with OT, engineering, and plant teams to align security controls with operational requirements
- Develop and maintain network and security architecture documentation
- Apply standardized configurations and best practices across all deployments
- Stay current on cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- basic life insurance
- 401K Employee Saving Plan
- Employee Wellness Program
- paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
