Motion Recruitment Partners LLC
Network Security DevOps Engineer
Motion Recruitment Partners LLC, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
Network Security DevOps Engineer
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Network Security DevOps Engineer
to design, engineer, and manage the enterprise network security posture for a large-scale global IT organization. In this role, you will ensure that network infrastructure complies with corporate security standards while defending against evolving cyber threats.
This position combines
network security engineering
with
DevOps-driven automation , requiring strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, cybersecurity, application, and global operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage network security technologies and services across data centers, corporate offices, cloud, and edge environments.
Research, evaluate, and recommend industry best practices and emerging network security technologies.
Operate and maintain network security appliances (Fortinet, Cisco, Juniper), including upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
Build and manage network security infrastructure using DevOps practices and automation tools.
Contribute to a Zero-Ops automation vision by developing solutions that eliminate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
Support security operations activities, including monitoring, threat analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management.
Assess security advisories and vulnerabilities, providing timely mitigation recommendations.
Participate in ad-hoc vulnerability assessments and incident response activities.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, network engineering, project teams, and internal customers.
Develop and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and processes for ongoing support.
Participate in a global follow-the-sun on-call rotation.
Top 3 Required Skill Areas
Network Security & Firewalls
Automation / DevOps
Cloud Connectivity (AWS & Azure)
Qualifications
Minimum
3+ years of hands-on network security experience .
Experience with security platforms such as:
Cisco ASA (CSM), FTD (FMC)
Fortinet FortiGate (FortiManager)
Juniper SRX (Junos Space)
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing, switching, ACLs.
Familiarity with core security technologies: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, authentication, encryption, vulnerability management, incident response.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, firewall virtualization, VPNs, NAT, DNS, IPS/IDS.
Preferred certifications:
Cisco (CCNA/CCNP Security)
Fortinet (FCA/FCSS/NSE)
CISSP, GIAC (nice to have)
Automation & DevOps Experience
Highly preferred experience with:
GitHub
Terraform
Ansible
Python
REST APIs
Jenkins
Jinja2
YAML
Familiarity with CI/CD principles is a plus.
Cloud Experience
Hands‑on experience with
AWS and Azure network security services , including connectivity, routing, and cloud‑native security controls.
Soft Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Growth‑oriented mindset with strong initiative and self‑direction.
Ability to work independently in a global virtual team.
Strong multitasking, prioritization, and analytical problem‑solving abilities.
Collaborative team player with a customer‑first mindset.
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Network Security DevOps Engineer
to design, engineer, and manage the enterprise network security posture for a large-scale global IT organization. In this role, you will ensure that network infrastructure complies with corporate security standards while defending against evolving cyber threats.
This position combines
network security engineering
with
DevOps-driven automation , requiring strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, cybersecurity, application, and global operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage network security technologies and services across data centers, corporate offices, cloud, and edge environments.
Research, evaluate, and recommend industry best practices and emerging network security technologies.
Operate and maintain network security appliances (Fortinet, Cisco, Juniper), including upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
Build and manage network security infrastructure using DevOps practices and automation tools.
Contribute to a Zero-Ops automation vision by developing solutions that eliminate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
Support security operations activities, including monitoring, threat analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management.
Assess security advisories and vulnerabilities, providing timely mitigation recommendations.
Participate in ad-hoc vulnerability assessments and incident response activities.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, network engineering, project teams, and internal customers.
Develop and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and processes for ongoing support.
Participate in a global follow-the-sun on-call rotation.
Top 3 Required Skill Areas
Network Security & Firewalls
Automation / DevOps
Cloud Connectivity (AWS & Azure)
Qualifications
Minimum
3+ years of hands-on network security experience .
Experience with security platforms such as:
Cisco ASA (CSM), FTD (FMC)
Fortinet FortiGate (FortiManager)
Juniper SRX (Junos Space)
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, OSI model, routing, switching, ACLs.
Familiarity with core security technologies: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, authentication, encryption, vulnerability management, incident response.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, firewall virtualization, VPNs, NAT, DNS, IPS/IDS.
Preferred certifications:
Cisco (CCNA/CCNP Security)
Fortinet (FCA/FCSS/NSE)
CISSP, GIAC (nice to have)
Automation & DevOps Experience
Highly preferred experience with:
GitHub
Terraform
Ansible
Python
REST APIs
Jenkins
Jinja2
YAML
Familiarity with CI/CD principles is a plus.
Cloud Experience
Hands‑on experience with
AWS and Azure network security services , including connectivity, routing, and cloud‑native security controls.
Soft Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Growth‑oriented mindset with strong initiative and self‑direction.
Ability to work independently in a global virtual team.
Strong multitasking, prioritization, and analytical problem‑solving abilities.
Collaborative team player with a customer‑first mindset.
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