Network Security Engineer – 6-Month Contract, North Dublin

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Network Security Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

Our client is seeking an experienced Network Security professional to support the delivery and governance of secure network controls across the organisation. This role will help ensure robust technical security measures are in place across enterprise networks, including segmentation, secure remote access, threat prevention, monitoring and logging.

What is involved:

• Define and maintain network security policies, standards and hardening baselines for enterprise networks.
• Design secure-by-design network architectures including segmentation, DMZ, VPN/remote access and secure wireless.
• Govern security requirements for network changes and controls in partnership with IT Network Operations.
• Ensure network monitoring, logging and telemetry support effective cyber detection and incident response.
• Drive remediation of network security vulnerabilities and control gaps.
• Act as the network security SME during cyber incidents, supporting containment and recovery efforts.
• Maintain network security documentation, blueprints and reference architectures.
• Support third-party connectivity security requirements and contribute to risk assessments.

What you need:

• 10+ years’ industry experience, including at least 5 years in network security or cyber engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network security technologies such as NGFW, SD-WAN and NAC (e.g. Palo Alto, Cisco ISE, Meraki).
• Experience designing secure network architectures including segmentation, remote access and cloud networking.
• Strong understanding of defence-in-depth and zero trust networking principles.
• Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, CCNP Security or equivalent.
• Experience working with operations and change management teams in production environments.
• Candidates MUST be based in Ireland and have a Stamp 4/ EU Passport

Desirable

• Experience integrating network telemetry into SIEM/SOC monitoring.
• Knowledge of cloud networking and hybrid connectivity architectures.
• Experience across other cyber security domains such as cloud or email security

What’s on offer:

• €500-€600 per day depending on experience
• Hybrid working model- 2 days per week on site
• Highly likely to be extended

Vantage Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.