🔒 Senior Network Security Engineer | Contract | Denver, CO | USC Only

🔒 Senior Network Security Engineer | Contract | Denver, CO | USC Only

🔒 We're Hiring: Senior Network Security Engineer

📍 Location: Denver, CO
💼 Job Type: Contract
🛂 US Citizens Only


🧠 Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Network Security Engineer to join our advanced security operations team. This individual will play a key role in firewall management, SASE solutions, and cloud security initiatives while leading the response to critical security incidents.


🔧 Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for network and cloud security technologies.
  • Design, implement, and troubleshoot firewall and SASE solutions (Palo Alto, FortiNet, Check Point, Zscaler).
  • Own and resolve escalated security incidents with full documentation.
  • Validate and address security alerts, notifications, and compliance issues.
  • Develop and enforce best-practice security configurations and policies.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to training efforts.
  • Participate in on-call shifts and security response rotations.

✅ Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 10+ years in network security, telecom, or security operations.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Palo Alto (Prisma) – PCNSE preferred
    • FortiNet (FCP – Network Security)
    • Check Point (CCSA/CCSE)
    • Zscaler
  • Deep knowledge of IDS/IPS, WAF, VPNs, DNS Security, and endpoint protection.
  • Experience with AWS and Azure cloud environments and cloud security models.
  • Proficiency in Unix system administration and scripting.
  • Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA.
  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

📩 How to Apply

Submit your resume to careers@valzosoft.com with the subject line: “Senior Network Security Engineer – Denver – [Your Name]”


📌 Tags:

Network Security Engineer Denver, Palo Alto jobs, Fortinet Engineer, SASE Solutions, Check Point, Zscaler, PCNSE, CISA, CISSP, Network Security Contract Jobs, US Citizen Security Clearance

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