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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Security Engineer -Hybrid - Plano, Texas - **Company:** NTT DATA, Inc. - **Location:** Plano, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $145,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, System Configuration, Linux, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Log Files, Network Forensics, Syslog, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Malware, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Fortinet, Cisco - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CB5A0AD2CFDC454691A0730CDFC5DBE4/job/ ## About the Role * 8 years of experience in Security. * Must have PaloAlto experience. * Good to have Zscaler, Prisma SASE experience. * Good to have experience with firewalls like Fortinet, Cisco FTD. * Experience with Firewall, IPS, IDS, Proxy, etc. * Seasoned experience in technical support to clients. * Seasoned experience in diagnosis and troubleshooting. * Seasoned experience in configuring/managing security controls such as Firewall, IDS/IPS, EDR, NDR, UTM, Proxy, SOAR, HoneyPots, and other security tools. * Seasoned experience providing remote support in Security Technologies. * Seasoned experience in SOC/CSIRT Operations. * Seasoned experience in handling security incidents end-to-end. * Knowledge of networking, Linux, and security concepts. * Knowledge of log collection mechanisms such as Syslog, Log file, DB API. * Knowledge in security architecture. * Seasoned experience in Security engineering. Preferred Skills: * Seasoned working knowledge on implementation and monitoring of security tools/technologies. * Seasoned knowledge on security architecture, worked across different security technologies. * Good to have experience with firewalls like Palo Alto NGFW, Fortinet, Cisco FTD. * Customer service-oriented and proactive thinking. * Problem solver who is highly driven and self-organized. * Great attention to detail. * Good analytical and logical thinking. * Excellent spoken and written communication skills. * Team player with the ability to work well with others and in groups with colleagues and stakeholders. Academic Qualifications and Certifications: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related field. * Relevant level of Networking certifications such as CCNA, JNCIA, ACCA, PCNSA, CCSA, etc. preferred. * Relevant level of Security certifications such as AZ-500, SC-200, Security+, CEH, CISSP, CISM, etc. will be an added advantage. ## Description * Works as part of a 24/7 team on rotational shifts. * Handles tunings, stakeholder requests, escalations, reporting, and trainings as part of Platform and Content Engineering. * Administers security tools to gather security logs from the environment. * Performs lifecycle management of supported security tools/technologies, including Break-fix, Patching, and Live updates. * Adheres to SOPs and notifies stakeholders on log flow/log format issues. * Documents best practices. * Identifies opportunities for automation to assist the incident response team. * Performs security incident handling and response from various vectors such as End Point Protection and Enterprise Detection and response tools, attack analysis, malware analysis, network forensics, computer forensics, and a broad range of skills in LAN technologies, Windows and Linux O/S's, and general security infrastructure. * Carries out agreed maintenance tasks. * Ensures usage of knowledge articles in incident diagnosis and resolution and assists with updates as required. * Monitors service delivery against service level agreements and maintains records of relevant information. * Investigates causes of incidents and seeks resolution. * Escalates unresolved incidents and follows up until resolved. * Provides service recovery following the resolution of incidents. * Documents and closes resolved incidents according to agreed procedures. * Investigates and identifies root causes of incidents and assists with implementing agreed remedies and preventative measures. * Maintains knowledge of specific specialisms and provides detailed advice regarding their application. * Ensures efficient and comprehensive resolution of incidents, coordinating product requests, and working with other team members. * Logs all incidents in a timely manner with the required level of detail. * Cooperates with all stakeholders, including client IT environments, vendors, and carriers, to expedite diagnosis of errors and problems and identify resolutions. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Better Together: Leveraging Your Observability Tools as a SIEM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2118-better-together-leveraging-your-observability-tools-as-a-siem) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)