Network Security Analyst

About the role

This role centers on project delivery and engineering work while continuing to support day-to-day operations. It is designed to strengthen execution capacity for priority initiatives across our Perimeter (Palo Alto) and Process Control Network / OT (FortiGate) environments.

The Infrastructure Security Firewalls Service is a global team responsible for the design, operation, and continuous improvement of critical network security infrastructure that protects Koch companies. We support both enterprise Perimeter security and Process Control Network (PCN/OT) environments across multiple business units.

Location: This role can be located in Wichita, KS / Atlanta, GA / Plano, TX and requires an in office presence with flexibility. This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project-driven firewall engineering work, including design, configuration, testing, and implementation for priority initiatives.
• Partner in delivery of complex rule packages, access designs, and security configurations with high quality, clear documentation, and strong stakeholder communication.
• Partner with application teams, site contacts, and other infrastructure teams to translate business requirements into secure, reliable network security solutions.
• Contribute engineering judgment and technical leadership on firewall architecture, standards, and best practices within the service.
• Support day-to-day operations including break/fix, troubleshooting, monitoring, and compliance activities for Palo Alto (Perimeter) and FortiGate (PCN/OT) environments.
• Execute and help manage the flow of standard rule changes and access requests to maintain delivery throughput.
• Participate in a sustainable on-call rotation and help improve response quality and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Identify practical opportunities to improve delivery processes, documentation, and operational efficiency.
• Share knowledge, mentor peers where appropriate, and help reduce risk of knowledge silos.
• Apply Principle Based Management principles—focusing on value creation, customer focus, and stewardship—in daily decisions and interactions.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience supporting complex enterprise network security environments, including firewalls (Palo Alto and/or Fortinet preferred).

Demonstrated ability to deliver project-based and engineering work (design, configuration, implementation) in addition to operational support.

Experience with network protocols and concepts (TCP/IP, routing, VPN, proxy, segmentation)

Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Willingness and ability to participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

• Direct experience with Palo Alto Networks (NGFW, Panorama, Prisma, GlobalProtect) and/or Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager) in enterprise or OT environments.
• Track record of successfully delivering network security projects or complex change packages from design through implementation.
• Experience supporting Process Control Network / OT security environments or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with observability tools (Grafana, Splunk, or equivalent), SD-WAN, Cisco ISE, or related secure connectivity technologies.
• Practical experience improving delivery processes or reducing friction in operational workflows.
• Relevant certifications (PCNSE, NSE, CISSP, or equivalent) are a plus.

Benefits

Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.