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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IT Network & Security Engineer - **Company:** KONANE, LLC - **Location:** Denton, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $145,600.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Amazon Web Services, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cyber Security, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Public Key Infrastructure, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Identity Services Engine, Load Balancing, System Availability, IEEE 802.11ax, Cyber Threat Analysis, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cybercrime, Palo Alto Networks, Firepower, Cisco Switches, Cisco, Network Optimization, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** May 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e74526cad031ab2c ## About the Role Do you have experience in VPN management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience in network engineering and cybersecurity roles. * Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLANs, MPLS, and VPNs. * Expertise with firewall technologies (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco switches, Cisco Firepower). * Solid understanding of identity and access management (IAM), MFA, PKI, and SSO. Preferred Qualifications * Professional certifications such as: * CCNA/CCNP/CCIE * CISSP, CISM, CEH * Security+, Network+ * Azure/AWS security or networking certifications * Experience with Palo Alto, SD-WAN, NAC (e.g., Cisco ISE), and Wi-Fi 6 technologies. * Previous experience in SOC operations or cyber threat analysis a plus. Soft Skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Excellent communication and documentation skills. * Ability to work independently and in a team environment. * High attention to detail and security-minded mindset., * Network and Telecommunications (CISCO, MPLS/WAN/LAN) - Expert * Security (Palo Alto, Forcepoint, Encryption) - Expert * ITIL processes - Basic * Excellent verbal and oral communication - Advanced (English) * Exposure or knowledge of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800 172 a plus. ## Description We are seeking a very Senior level IT Network & Security Expert to design, implement, secure, and maintain our enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in network architecture, firewalls, security controls, incident response. You will play a key role in ensuring our systems remain reliable, scalable, and protected against evolving cyber threats., * Design, deploy, and manage enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN infrastructures. * Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and monitoring systems. * Optimize network performance, capacity, and load balancing to ensure high availability. * Troubleshoot network issues and perform root-cause analysis. Security Architecture & Management * Implement and manage security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, and DLP. * Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests. * Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures. * Monitor security alerts and lead incident response activities. Governance, Compliance & Documentation * Support compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and other relevant frameworks. * Maintain detailed documentation of network diagrams, configurations, and processes. * Participate in audits, risk assessments, and disaster recovery planning. Collaboration & Support * Work closely with DevOps, IT Support, and software teams to deliver secure solutions. * Provide advanced technical support, guidance, and training to internal teams. ## 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) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [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) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)