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# Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Darkshield
- **Location:** York, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cisco PIX, Cloud Computing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Remote Access Technology, Google Cloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cybercrime, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Firewall Services Module
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6139f28ec61ecbfe

## About the Role

* Proven experience in network security engineering.
 * Strong understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies.
 * Hands-on experience with security tools such as Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and others.
 * Knowledge of cloud networking and security (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.

## Description

We are looking for a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust security solutions that protect our clients' networks from cyber threats., * Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures.

 * Monitor and respond to security threats across network infrastructure.
 * Conduct firewall configurations, VPN implementations, and intrusion prevention.
 * Perform security audits and risk assessments on network environments.


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