Network & Security Engineer

Job Title Network and Security Engineer Department SecOps Level & Status Position Description The Network and Security Engineer helps design, implement, and maintain the network infrastructure and security controls that keep the organization running safely. This role works across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments to build reliable, well-secured networks, respond to incidents, and continuously improve the organization's security posture. This is a hands-on infrastructure role suited to someone looking to grow their expertise in both networking and security. Duties & Responsibilities Implement, configure, and maintain network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless systemsSupport network security operations, including firewall rule management, VPN configuration, and IDS/IPS monitoringAssist in defining and enforcing network security policies, standards, and best practicesOwn secure configuration of cloud infrastructure components, including security groups, VPC/network ACLs, and core network appliancesApply cloud security baselines and guardrails (e.g., CIS Benchmarks, AWS Well-Architected security pillar, Azure Security Benchmark) to new and existing resourcesPerform regular cloud configuration audits to identify and remediate misconfigurations, excessive permissions, or public exposure of resourcesMonitor network and cloud environments for anomalies, drift, and unauthorized changes using SIEM, NetFlow, CSPM/CNAPP, and native cloud tools (e.g., AWS Config, GuardDuty, Azure Security Center)Participate in incident response for network and security events, including investigation, containment, and documentationSupport vulnerability scans and support remediation efforts for network and cloud infrastructureManage network segmentation, access control lists (ACLs), and access policies to reduce attack surfaceMaintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and configuration recordsSupport compliance efforts by ensuring infrastructure aligns with relevant regulatory and audit requirements (e.g., SOC 2)Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and Produt teams on cross-functional projectsParticipate in on-call rotation for network and security incidents Education & Experience 3+ years of experience in network engineering or network security rolesSolid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing/switching fundamentals)Experience with firewall platforms and security appliancesHands-on experience with cloud networking and secure configuration (AWS, Azure, or GCP — VPCs, security groups, encryption)Experience identifying and remediating cloud misconfigurationsFamiliarity with VPN technologies, IDS/IPS, and basic SIEM/log analysis toolsWorking knowledge of scripting or automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar)Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detailGood communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams Preferred Qualifications Relevant certifications: CCNA/CCNP, Security+, CySA+, or cloud security certifications (AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer)Experience with cloud security posture management (CSPM) or cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP) toolingExposure to zero-trust network conceptsExperience with container/Kubernetes networking and security Ren is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.