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 teamsSupport discovery activities by assessing existing environments for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and integration risksLead integration efforts by defining secure connectivity patterns between on-premises, cloud, and third-party systemsImplement data protection controls including encryption, DLP, access controls, and secure data transfer mechanismsCollaborate with offshore engineers to guide implementation, review configurations, and ensure adherence to security standardsConduct risk assessments and support remediation of findings from vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and compliance auditsDocument security architectures, policies, and operational procedures for knowledge sharing and audit readinessParticipate in change management and release processes to ensure secure deployment of infrastructure and applicationsDay 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 improvementsParticipating in discovery workshops to identify integration points and assess associated risksCollaborating with offshore teams to implement secure connectivity and data exchange mechanismsMonitoring alerts from SIEM platforms and coordinating incident response effortsUpdating firewall rules, VPN configurations, and access control policies based on evolving requirementsSupporting audits and compliance reviews by providing documentation and evidence of controlsAttending sync meetings with infrastructure and application teams to align on secure design patternsDocumenting security findings, mitigation plans, and lessons learned for continuous improvementRequired 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 flowsFamiliarity with cloud security (Azure, AWS, or GCP), including secure VNet NSGs, UDRs and identity managementProven ability to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies in hybrid environmentsExcellent troubleshooting skills in network and security operationsStrong communication and coordination skills to work across global / offshore teamsPreferred Qualifications
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Microsoft Certified : Cybersecurity Architect ExpertExperience with secure integration of cloud and on-premises systemsFamiliarity with regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA)Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and integration of security into CI / CD pipelines