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# Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Darwin
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $195,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Software System Penetration Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Mesh Networking, Routing, OAuth, Systems Development Life Cycle, Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Coding, SonarQube, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Datadog, Software Security, Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Kubernetes, Terraform, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins, Static Application Security Testing, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us0aa410001b7d7c7c266e0faac419c54f/eaa

## About the Role

* 3+ years in Network Security, Application Security, or DevSecOps.
 * Strong networking security experience (VPNs, routing, firewalls, TCP/IP).
 * Hands-on AWS security experience (IAM, VPC, cloud security).
 * Experience with CI/CD security, Jenkins, SonarQube, or similar.
 * Strong understanding of secure coding, cloud security, OAuth, and cryptography.
 * Experience with Linux, security monitoring, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management.
 * Programming experience in Python, Java, C++, or similar.

Nice to Have

 * Experience supporting Defense, or Autonomous Systems environments.
 * Active or previously held U.S. Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
 * Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, or Zero Trust architectures.
 * Familiarity with CMMC, NIST, or CIS security frameworks.

## Description

We're partnering with an innovative Defense company that are transforming the future of autonomous unmanned technology. This is an opportunity to secure cutting-edge autonomous platforms deployed across commercial, industrial, and defense environments.
What You'll Do

 * Secure autonomous platforms, cloud infrastructure, and remote-connected networks.
 * Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security hardening.
 * Design and maintain secure networking including VPNs, mesh networks, routing, and firewalls.
 * Secure AWS infrastructure, IAM, VPCs, and cloud-native security services.
 * Integrate SAST/SCA tools into CI/CD pipelines and embed security into the SDLC.
 * Build monitoring and incident response capabilities using Datadog or similar tools.
 * Partner with Software and DevOps teams to deliver secure products.


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