Network Data Security

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Network and Data Security Engineer

Location: Chicago IL (Onsite)

Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Network and Data Security Engineer to support discovery and integration activities across enterprise environments.
This role demands deep expertise in network security architecture data protection strategies and secure integration of systems across hybrid infrastructures.
The engineer will work closely with cybersecurity teams infrastructure architects and offshore delivery partners to assess design and implement secure solutions that meet compliance and business requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen a proactive mindset and excellent communication skills to drive security initiatives across distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary security engineering contact for network and data protection across global delivery teams
Support discovery activities by assessing existing environments for vulnerabilities misconfigurations and integration risks
Lead integration efforts by defining secure connectivity patterns between on-premises cloud and third-party systems
Implement data protection controls including encryption DLP access controls and secure data transfer mechanisms
Collaborate with offshore engineers to guide implementation review configurations and ensure adherence to security standards
Conduct risk assessments and support remediation of findings from vulnerability scans penetration tests and compliance audits
Document security architectures policies and operational procedures for knowledge sharing and audit readiness
Participate in change management and release processes to ensure secure deployment of infrastructure and applications

Day in the Life

As a Network and Data Security Engineer your daily activities may include:

Reviewing network and system configurations for security gaps and recommending improvements
Participating in discovery workshops to identify integration points and assess associated risks
Collaborating with offshore teams to implement secure connectivity and data exchange mechanisms
Monitoring alerts from SIEM platforms and coordinating incident response efforts
Updating firewall rules VPN configurations and access control policies based on evolving requirements
Supporting audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation and evidence of controls
Attending sync meetings with infrastructure and application teams to align on secure design patterns
Documenting security findings mitigation plans and lessons learned for continuous improvement

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong hands-on expertise in network security technologies (firewalls VPNs IDS/IPS proxies)
Deep understanding of data protection principles including encryption access control and secure data flows
Familiarity with cloud security (Azure AWS or GCP) including secure VNet NSGs UDRs and identity management
Proven ability to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies in hybrid environments
Excellent troubleshooting skills in network and security operations
Strong communication and coordination skills to work across global/offshore teams

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as CISSP CISM CEH or Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Experience with secure integration of cloud and on-premises systems
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001 NIST GDPR HIPAA)
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and integration of security into CI/CD pipelines

Job Title: Network and Data Security Engineer Location: Chicago IL (Onsite) Contract Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Network and Data Security Engineer to support discovery and integration activities across enterprise environments. This role demands deep expertise in network security ...