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# Senior Network Security Engineer

- **Company:** Robotics Technologies LLC
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $162,240
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Diagrams, Routing, PCI Data Security Standards, Windows PowerShell, Zero Trust Network Access, Runbook, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Multi-Cloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, CIS Benchmarks
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6aab38e7785fdd9f

## About the Role

The ideal candidate must have 11+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, strong hands-on expertise with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, and experience securing AWS and Microsoft Azure environments., * Palo Alto Networks Firewalls: Advanced hands-on administration, configuration, rule management, troubleshooting, and optimization.

 * Network Security: TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPN, WAN/LAN, and perimeter defense.
 * Security Technologies: WAF, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, DLP, CASB, and NAC.
 * Cloud Security: Hands-on experience securing AWS and Microsoft Azure environments.
 * Automation: Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting.
 * Security Frameworks: NIST, CIS Controls, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.
 * Technical Leadership: Ability to lead security initiatives, guide project teams, and mentor junior engineers., * 11+ years of dedicated cybersecurity engineering experience.
 * Strong enterprise network and firewall security background.
 * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field., * Certifications: PCNSE, CISSP, CCNP Security, GIAC, CEH, or Security+.
 * SOC experience.
 * Zero Trust security architecture experience.
 * Cloud-native security tools.
 * Master's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.

## Description

Senior Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise perimeter and infrastructure security across on-premises and multi-cloud environments., * Design, configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise Palo Alto firewalls.

 * Manage perimeter security platforms, WAF, IDS/IPS, VPN, and NAC.
 * Implement secure network architectures across on-premises, AWS, and Azure environments.
 * Monitor security events, perform threat hunting, and investigate network security incidents.
 * Conduct security assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards.
 * Automate security operations using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
 * Maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, runbooks, and SOPs.
 * Lead cross-functional security projects and mentor junior engineers.
 * Participate in maintenance windows, after-hours implementations, and emergency incident response.