Cyber Security/Network Engineer

Aston Carter•Town of Islip, NY

2d•$140,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cybersecurity & Network Engineer is responsible for designing, securing, and operating the organization's IT infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments. This hands-on role is crucial in strengthening the network backbone and enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture. The engineer will configure firewalls, switches, and virtual environments, perform penetration tests, audits, and respond to incidents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
7+ years combined experience in cybersecurity and network engineering.
Expertise in firewall, router, and switch configuration and management.
Proficiency in network segmentation and VPN design.
Experience with security audits and vulnerability remediation.
Knowledge of Windows and Linux administration.
Understanding of virtualization and hybrid-cloud connectivity.
Familiarity with identity and access management (MFA, RBAC, PAM).
Competence in incident response and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications include CCNP, Security+, CISSP, or equivalent.
Analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting skills.
Attention to detail and documentation discipline.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
Commitment to continuous learning and security excellence.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain reliable LAN, WAN, and WLAN networks.
Configure and secure switches, routers, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless access points.
Manage routing, segmentation, and performance in virtualization environments and ensure secure on-premise to cloud connectivity.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking and infrastructure issues.
Conduct and support security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests.
Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity events within SecOps processes.
Implement and enforce policies and controls aligned with security frameworks.
Maintain system/network hardening baselines, patch compliance, and incident recovery, including backup validation and business continuity planning.
Align network and security engineering with enterprise governance, risk, and compliance objectives.
Develop and maintain documentation, policies, SOPs, and audit evidence.
Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver secure-by-design projects and technology initiatives.

Benefits

90 days you will be eligible to participate in our benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), STD, LTD, Life Insurance, etc., all of which will be described in more detail during your employee orientation.
In addition, you will receive two (2) weeks of vacation, in addition to six (6) sick days, which you begin accruing upon your date of hire and can use upon the completion of 90 days
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
We have two types of plans with many different options.
The benefit package is contributory.
For example, should you choose to join Oxford Liberty your weekly contribution would be $40.00 which includes the cost of health, dental and vision.
This includes a gym membership reimbursement if you meet the qualifications.
Short-Term Disability Plan (STD) This benefit would pay sixty percent (60%) of your regular salary for a period of time up to twelve (12) weeks should you become disabled.
New York State STD This benefit provides weekly cash benefits to replace, in part, wages lost due to injuries or illnesses that do not arise out of or in the course of employment.
Long-Term Disability Plan (LTD) This benefit would pay sixty percent (60%) of your regular salary for an extended period of time.
401K and Company Match
Life Insurance Full-time employees are eligible for and are automatically enrolled in a group term life insurance program.
The Company pays the premium for this program.
Mass Mutual Life Insurance Employees have the option to purchase an additional insurance plan up to $500,000
Tuition Reimbursement Policy will reimburse an employee up to a maximum of $5,250.00 per year for continuing education through an accredited program that either offers growth in an area related to his or her current position or that which may lead to promotional opportunities.
Flexible Spending Accounts help you save money by allowing you to pay for certain types of healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses on a pre-tax basis
Supplemental/voluntary plans
HSA Life Insurance
Accidental Accident
Cancer Care
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Insurance (company provided)
Pet Insurance