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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Security Engineer - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** Cary, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Application Firewall, Border Gateway Protocol, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Linux, Network Address Translation, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Network Connections, Network Monitoring, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Workflow Management Systems, Computer Networking Systems, Transport Layer Security, Load Balancing, Computer Network Technologies, Juniper, Fortinet, Firewall Services Module, Cisco, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6b9999c7-11c6-4a9d-9573-c68aff18f8b7 ## About the Role We're looking for a senior Network Security Engineer to support large-scale enterprise networks and security infrastructure. This role will focus heavily on firewall administration, network security, advanced routing, and data center migration projects. The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience troubleshooting complex environments and leading network cutovers with minimal business disruption., * 10+ years of enterprise networking experience with a strong network security focus. * Hands-on experience administering Check Point and/or Fortinet firewalls. * Strong experience supporting data center migration projects. * Advanced routing and switching experience, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPNs, NAT, and VLAN technologies. * Experience with Cisco and Juniper networking technologies. * 2+ years of Linux/Unix experience. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Experience with network monitoring and management tools. * Strong communication and documentation abilities. Preferred Certifications * CCSE (Check Point Certified Security Expert) * CCNP * Fortinet, F5, Juniper, or other network security certifications Nice-to-Have Experience * F5 Load Balancers * Proxy and IDS technologies * Security automation or orchestration tools * Experience within highly regulated environments * Knowledge of Zero Trust and modern network security architectures Must-Haves Check Point and/or Fortinet firewall administration Data center migration experience Advanced routing knowledge (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPNs), Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. ## Description * Implement firewall change requests and security policy updates. * Create, manage, and troubleshoot firewall rules and objects within Check Point and Fortinet environments. * Configure and support Check Point, Fortinet, Cisco, and Juniper firewalls. * Support and administer F5 Load Balancers, including VIPs, pools, nodes, SSL profiles, and health monitoring. * Support proxy and IDS environments. * Plan and execute data center migration activities, including: + Pre-migration planning + Cutovers + Validation testing + Rollback planning + Post-migration support * Troubleshoot complex routing and connectivity issues involving: + BGP + OSPF + EIGRP + MPLS + IPSec VPNs + GRE Tunnels + NAT + VRF * Perform packet captures, traffic flow analysis, log review, and end-to-end connectivity validation. * Support migration of third-party and external network connections between data centers. * Work closely with network, security, application, vendor, and carrier teams. * Maintain technical documentation, migration plans, and change records. * Participate in after-hours maintenance and migration windows when needed. ## 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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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