Security Engineer

Voltage Park is building an AI Cloud Infrastructure business from the ground up. As part of this effort, we’re looking for a Security Engineer who has expertise in Palo Alto Networks, F5, and automation technologies, to join our cybersecurity team. As a Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions to protect our organization's systems, networks, and data. You will leverage your skills to enhance our security posture and streamline our security operations through automation.

This is a fully remote role, but you must be located in the United States. We are not able to provide sponsorship for this position. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls and F5 BIG-IP solutions.

• Strong proficiency in automation scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).

• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and TCP/IP fundamentals.

• Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE), F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA), and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are highly desirable.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll do

Design and Implementation:

• Design, configure, and deploy Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls and security appliances to safeguard our network perimeter and internal resources.

• Implement F5 BIG-IP solutions, including Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Global Traffic Manager (GTM), and Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM), to optimize application delivery and enhance security.

• Configure and manage SSL/TLS decryption and encryption capabilities on F5 and Palo Alto Networks devices to inspect and secure traffic flows.

Automation and Orchestration:

• Develop automation scripts and workflows using scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) to streamline security operations and enhance efficiency.

• Implement automated configuration management, provisioning, and orchestration processes for F5 and Palo Alto Networks devices to ensure consistency and scalability.

• Integrate security solutions with existing IT infrastructure and systems through APIs and custom integrations to enable seamless data exchange and workflow automation.

Security Testing and Assessment:

• Perform security testing, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses and vulnerabilities.

• Conduct configuration audits and security assessments of F5 and Palo Alto Networks devices to ensure compliance with security best practices and industry standards.

Incident Response and Management:

• Provide support for incident response efforts, including investigating security incidents, analyzing security logs and events, and responding to security alerts.

• Collaborate with incident response teams to contain and mitigate security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and implement remediation measures.

Security Operations Support:

• Monitor security events and alerts generated by F5 and Palo Alto Networks devices, as well as other security tools and systems.

• Provide technical support and guidance to security operations center (SOC) analysts and incident response teams.

• Continuously monitor and tune security controls and measures to detect and respond to emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

Voltage Park is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law. If you require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify your recruiter. 

Compensation Range: $115K - $145K

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