Job Overview
An enterprise client is seeking a Principal Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and security evolution of complex, hybrid network environments. This is a high-impact role requiring a deep technical foundation, strategic vision, and the ability to mentor teams. Candidates must demonstrate advanced networking expertise, strong security architecture skills, and experience securing multi-cloud environments.
Must Haves
- 10+ years of enterprise networking and security experience
- Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and PKI/Digital Certificates
- Proven expertise in hybrid or multi-cloud security (AWS and/or Azure)
- Strong troubleshooting and packet analysis skills (Wireshark or similar)
- Demonstrated scripting and automation experience (Python, Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
- Strategic thinker with leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Excellent communicator with experience collaborating across technical and business teams
- Ability to balance hands-on execution with long-term strategic planning
What the Client Needs You to Do
The Principal Network Security Engineer will lead efforts to strengthen enterprise network security and support scalable, resilient architectures. You’ll collaborate closely with IT, Security, and business stakeholders to ensure secure connectivity across on-premises and cloud environments while driving automation and modernization initiatives. This role combines deep technical execution with architectural vision and cross-functional leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain secure, high-availability network infrastructure
- Lead cloud and on-premise security initiatives across AWS, Azure, and data center environments
- Administer and optimize firewalls (Palo Alto), F5 appliances (APM, GTM, LTM), VPNs, and core services (DNS, DHCP, NTP)
- Manage and maintain PKI infrastructure, IAM tools (Okta, Azure AD), and network segmentation strategies
- Drive network and security automation through Python, Terraform, and Ansible
- Act as the escalation point for complex network and security incidents
- Support compliance programs (HIPAA, SOC2, NIST) and incident response processes
- Partner with internal teams and external vendors to deliver secure, scalable solutions
- Contribute to disaster recovery and business continuity planning initiatives
Additional Information
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s preferred
- Hybrid or on-site options may be available depending on client requirements
W2 employees of Overture Partners who work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), 401(k) starting on day one, a variety of voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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