Network Security Engineer- Charlotte, NC

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer (Hybrid)

Location: Charlotte, NC

Overview:

An industrial machinery manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to join a corporate Information Security team. This is a hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for the security of both IT and OT network environments on a global scale, leveraging a range of network security tools and technologies. The role will focus heavily on Palo Alto hardware and software, and you will play a key role in the architecture, design, implementation, and maintenance of network security solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment and management of Palo Alto network security infrastructure and applications.
• Support network security modernization efforts, focusing on both IT and OT environments.
• Investigate and remediate network security incidents, working closely with IT teams to resolve issues both during and after business hours.
• Drive the implementation of new and upgraded network and security infrastructure, supporting Zero Trust, Microsegmentation, and modern WAN architecture.
• Develop and maintain network security architecture standards, ensuring alignment across various projects.
• Assist with regulatory compliance initiatives and security assessments to evaluate vulnerabilities and risks.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network security processes and configurations.
• Streamline security operations to allow team members to focus on more complex, strategic tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in configuring, designing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto hardware and software applications.
• Strong background in securing hybrid and public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Advanced expertise in network security infrastructure (firewalls, IDS/IPS, proxies).
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
• Experience with security log monitoring and analysis.
• Solid understanding of cloud security risks and cybersecurity attack patterns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across global teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as PCNSE, PCCSE, CCNA, CCNP Sec, CISSP, GCIH.
• Experience with network and security architecture design.
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks like ATT&CK, NIST CSF, Cyber Kill Chain.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks such as PCI, ISO, DFARS, ITAR, NIST, and Sarbanes-Oxley.