Cyber Security Engineer

Location: Houston, Texas. This contract role supports and strengthens enterprise security operations, focusing on firewall administration, security engineering, and configuration oversight across critical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance network security controls to safeguard systems, data, and connectivity across the environment.
• Administer and optimize Check Point and Cisco ASA firewall platforms, including rule reviews, updates, and performance tuning.
• Investigate security risks and implement corrective actions to reduce exposure and improve defensive posture.
• Maintain accurate configuration standards and documentation to support secure, consistent infrastructure management.
• Monitor firewall activity and security events to identify anomalies, respond to issues, and recommend improvements.
• Partner with technical teams to design, test, and deploy security measures that align with operational needs and compliance expectations.
• Perform ongoing reviews of access controls and network segmentation to ensure appropriate protection for business systems.

Qualifications

• Experience working in cyber security engineering or a closely related infrastructure security role.
• Hands‑on knowledge of Check Point firewall administration and support.
• Practical experience with firewall technologies, including policy management, troubleshooting, and change implementation.
• Background supporting Cisco ASA environments in an enterprise setting.
• Understanding of configuration management practices and the ability to maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Ability to assess security issues, prioritize remediation efforts, and communicate recommendations effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across infrastructure and operations teams.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life & disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.