Network Security Engineer (W2 Only) Jersey City, NJ — 100% Onsite (5 Days a Week)
Location: Jersey City, NJ — 100% Onsite (5 Days a Week)
Employment Type: Full-Time | W2 Only
Compensation: $70/hr
We’re hiring a Network Security Engineer to lead the design, engineering, and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions in a large-scale enterprise environment. This position requires onsite presence in Jersey City, NJ , and is open only to W2 candidates located nearby.
You’ll focus on proxy-based security systems such as SASE , SSE , or SWG , with hands-on experience across major vendors like Palo Alto, Zscaler, or Netskope. Ideal candidates bring a mix of network security expertise , automation proficiency , and a collaborative mindset to innovate secure, scalable architectures.
5+ years of network security engineering experience in large enterprise environments
Hands-on expertise with SASE , SSE , or Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Experience designing/engineering with vendors such as:
Palo Alto
Zscaler
Netskope
Proficient in scripting/devops languages:
Python
Ansible
Terraform
JSON
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins) and API integrations
Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred Skills
Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto SASE/SSE solutions
Deep understanding of internet/cloud DMZ architecture and load balancing
Experience with employee remote access technologies
Familiarity with stateful and application-layer firewalls
Experience working within Agile environments like Kanban or Scrum
Key Responsibilities
Research, design, and engineer proxy-based Edge SWG , SSE , and SASE solutions
Engineer perimeter network security across on-prem , internet , and cloud environments
Automate and maintain scripts for device pave/repave and routine operations
Define and implement certified engineering standards and product documentation
Collaborate with Network Operations and Service Delivery teams
Act as an escalation point for high-priority network security incidents
Technical Proficiencies
Infrastructure and network engineering (planning, provisioning, compliance)
Hardware architecture and performance monitoring
Microservices, Jenkins, and API security
Full project lifecycle delivery using Agile methodologies
Strong communication and ability to explain complex technical strategies to leadership
Certifications (Preferred)
Vendor-specific and general technical certifications in network security , cloud platforms , or infrastructure systems
TopTech Talent is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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