Network Security Engineer - $150K + Bonus

Henderson Harbor Group is a NYC Metro based Recruiting firm that specializes in the placement of Technology, Finance, Accounting, and Tax professionals. Founded in 2008, the search division recruits highly skilled professionals on a direct hire and consulting basis primarily in the tri-state area, as well as through our national affiliate networks.

Our client, an established legal firm in Manhattan is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in network security, with at least 10 years of hands-on experience in networking and firewalls. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network solutions to protect the organization's data and infrastructure from cyber threats.

Compensation: $150,000k + Bonus

Workplace Policy: Hybrid, Manhattan office attendance required

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and secure network architecture.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis, including optimizations, network resilience and failover testing.
• Monitor and respond to network and device help tickets.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments, as well as outside vendors, to integrate security best practices.
• Perform security audits and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential threats.
• Stay current on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technology advancements.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior security engineers and other IT staff.
• Prepare and present security reports and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field required
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in network security engineering
• Strong knowledge of network security protocols, tools, and best practices
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Cloudflare, Fortinet NAC, Fortigate firewalls, and BGP routing
• Proficiency in configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security appliances
• Preferred: relevant firewall, network security, CISCO certifications