Network Security Engineer

• Conduct detailed technical and compliance reviews of NGFW and SASE platforms
• Assess firewall configurations, policies, and security profiles against internal criteria and industry best practices
• Review and validate security controls across on-premises data centres, branch offices, and cloud-based environments
• Validate alignment with regulatory and internal governance standards and identify compliance gaps
• Produce structured, audit-ready documentation including compliance mapping and risk assessments
• Define and support implementation of changes to align environments with security assurance standards
• Engage regularly with business units and engineering teams, providing progress updates
• Contribute to the enhancement of security review processes and documentation standards
• Translate complex technical findings into clear recommendations for various stakeholders

Technologies:

• Cloud
• Firewall
• Support
• Network
• Security

• Strong hands-on experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and SASE solutions
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks and/or Fortinet highly desirable
• Solid understanding of security frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, and GDPR
• Experience in technical and compliance reviews
• Familiarity with security assurance criteria and risk assessment methodologies
• Active SC clearance required

We are one of the UKs largest producers of zero-carbon energy and are seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to join our team. This contract role is primarily remote, with occasional travel to Bristol. You will play a key role in supporting a comprehensive security assurance and compliance review across our complex, multi-environment estate. Our team is dedicated to ensuring a robust security posture, and we value collaboration and continuous improvement in our processes. We offer a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work in an impactful role within the energy sector.