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# Senior Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Akaasa Technologies
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Intrusion Detection Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, PCI Data Security Standards, Remote Access Technology, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Information Technology, Terraform, Devsecops
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us31e2f3f84b14b3fd22171eca6fdd5846

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline
8+ years of experience in network security engineering, architecture, or production operations roles
Strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise-scale security infrastructure in complex environments
Experience managing and troubleshooting:
Firewalls
IDS/IPS
Secure remote access
Proxy technologies
NAC solutions
Segmentation platforms
Experience with automation, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Strong understanding of:
Risk management
Incident response
Security governance
Regulatory and compliance frameworks
Required Technical Skills Network Security
Deep expertise with:
Firewall technologies
IDS/IPS platforms
Secure segmentation
Proxy solutions
Remote access technologies
Zero trust network architecture Automation & DevSecOps
Hands-on experience with:
Python
Ansible
Terraform
CI/CD pipelines
Configuration management frameworks Security Architecture
Strong understanding of:
Zero trust principles
Secure enterprise network design
Cloud-connected security models
Enterprise compliance frameworks such as:
ISO 27001
PCI DSS Operations & Incident Management
Experience supporting critical production environments
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
Experience responding to high-severity incidents and enterprise escalations
Communication & Leadership
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, operations, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams
Ability to lead initiatives and execute effectively within fast-paced enterprise environments



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