Network Security DevOps Engineer

Firewall & Network Security Engineering

• Design, implement, operate, and maintain enterprise firewall solutions across global data centers, office locations, and edge environments.
• Support migration initiatives from legacy firewall platforms to modern security architectures.
• Utilize centralized firewall management and monitoring platforms for configuration, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in evaluating and implementing advanced security orchestration and threat analysis technologies.
• Collaborate with operational technology (OT) and network engineering teams on enterprise security initiatives.

Automation & DevOps

• Build and maintain automation solutions for firewall deployment and policy management.
• Develop Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automation frameworks using:

• Ansible
• Terraform
• Python
• GitHub
• REST APIs
• Jenkins
• Jinja2
• YAML

• Drive automation-first and Zero-Ops initiatives to improve scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Cloud & Virtual Security

• Deploy and manage virtual firewall solutions in AWS and Azure environments.
• Support cloud security initiatives and future SD-WAN transformation projects.

Operations & Support

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network security incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Perform upgrades, patching, maintenance, and operational support activities.
• Participate in a rotating global on-call support model.
• Analyze logs and security events to identify and resolve network and security issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with cybersecurity, cloud, networking, application, and infrastructure teams.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures.
• Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and supportable technical solutions.

• 5+ years of experience in network security engineering and/or network security operations.
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise firewall platforms, including:

• Fortinet FortiGate
• Cisco ASA
• Cisco Firepower (FTD/FMC)
• Juniper SRX

• Solid understanding of:

• TCP/IP
• OSI Model
• Routing & Switching
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)

• Experience with:

• Firewalls
• VPNs
• IDS/IPS
• NAT
• DNS
• Authentication technologies

Preferred Skills

• Automation and DevOps expertise with:

• Ansible
• Terraform
• Python
• GitHub
• Jenkins
• REST APIs
• Jinja2

• Cloud security experience in AWS and Azure.
• Advanced routing and switching troubleshooting, including:

• VRF
• VXLAN

• Experience with network security management and monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with Agile and SAFe delivery methodologies.

Preferred Certifications

• Fortinet Security Certifications (FCA, FCSS, NSE Series)
• Cisco CCNA or CCNP Security
• CISSP
• GIAC Certifications

Our client, a global leader in the energy industry, is seeking a highly motivated Network Security DevOps Engineer to join a newly established Network Security DevOps organization. This team is focused on modernizing, automating, and operating enterprise firewall and network security services at a global scale. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to influence how network security is engineered, deployed, and managed across complex enterprise environments. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in collaborative environments and has a strong passion for automation, cloud security, and infrastructure modernization., About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.