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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Network Security Engineer - **Company:** ALARM PARTNERS, LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $167,500.0 - $185,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Network Analysis, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Data Centers, Firmware, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Network Monitoring, Network Segmentation, Runbook, Web Application Security, Software Deployment, Software Vulnerability Management, Computer Networking Systems, Network Access Control, Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Information Technology, Patch Management, Ddos, Cisco - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/principal-network-security-engineer-alarmcom-6982582 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. * Minimum 7 years of experience with enterprise networking and security, with significant hands-on Cisco platform management. * Strong understanding of network firewalls, perimeter defense, and intrusion detection/prevention. * Direct experience configuring and troubleshooting network access control systems and policies. * Familiarity with cloud platform security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP) in hybrid enterprise environments. * Practical knowledge of software, firmware, and patch management for large-scale infrastructure. * Proficiency in troubleshooting layer 2/3 networking, VPNs, and secure remote access solutions. * Experience with application delivery controllers and web application security. * Ability to analyze network/endpoint telemetry and investigate security events or performance issues. * Demonstrated skills using scripting or automation to streamline network/security management. * Hands-on experience supporting vulnerability management and compliance requirements. * High attention to detail, documentation, and change management practices. * Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills. * Willingness to stay current on evolving security threats and industry best practices. * Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, CISSP, cloud security, or equivalent) are strongly preferred Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time. ## Description The Engineer's primary job responsibilities include: * Administer, monitor, and optimize Cisco portfolio infrastructure, including firewalls, identity, and network analytics platforms. * Execute routine software/firmware upgrades, patching, and configuration updates on network and security appliances. * Ensure effective network segmentation and secure access by configuring and enforcing network access controls. * Manage and maintain secure remote access solutions for users and devices. * Deploy, configure, and tune next-generation network perimeter and detection tools to ensure consistent policy enforcement. * Oversee application delivery and web application security solutions, assisting with WAF configuration and incident response. * Monitor network telemetry and activity for anomalous behavior or security events. * Respond to and investigate network, security, or operational incidents in both on-premises and cloud environments. * Support DDoS and threat protection systems, maintaining readiness and reporting suspicious activity. * Collaborate with infrastructure and app teams to design and implement secure, compliant architectures across cloud and datacenter. * Participate in vulnerability management processes, remediating identified exposures across managed platforms. * Contribute to security operations, including event and log analysis, and improving detection capabilities. * Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation, runbooks, and operational standards. * Enable automation for repeatable network and security processes using scripting and modern tools. * Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff on security best practices and platform operations. * Other duties as assigned, * Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers. * Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team! * Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business. * Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events. * Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week., In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). 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