Job DescriptionThe Network Engineer with Security Expertise is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. This role ensures high availability, resilience, and security of corporate and customer-facing systems. The engineer partners closely with Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, Architecture, and IT Operations to maintain a secure, compliant, and scalable network.
This role can be Remote with some travel to our Glastonbury, CT.
What you will do:Network Architecture & Engineering- Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, load balancers).
- Configure and support firewalls, secure web gateways, and network segmentation.
- Implement resilient topologies ensuring redundancy, failover, and high availability.
- Engineer network solutions that comply with regulatory and internal security policies.
Security Engineering & Operations- Deploy and manage enterprise security controls:
- Firewalls (e.g., Fortinet, Check Point, Palo Alto)
- Switches & Wireless (HP/ Aruba)
- Network intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) / Zero Trust network tools
- Identity-centric access controls
- Conduct security hardening, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.
- Partner with Cybersecurity teams on incident response, threat analysis, and post-incident improvements
Cloud & Hybrid Networking- Support connectivity into cloud environments (Azure, AWS) including VNETs, routing, ExpressRoute/VPN gateways, NSGs, and firewalls.
- Ensure secure connectivity patterns for microservices, APIs, and distributed architectures.
- Collaborate with Cloud Engineering to enforce guardrails and landing zone standards.
Operational Excellence- Own monitoring, observability, and alerting for network and security-related systems.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues across multiple platforms.
- Participate in on-call rotation for critical infrastructure and security events.
- Maintain documentation, runbooks, diagrams, and architecture artifacts.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, identify opportunities for system improvements and recommend appropriate upgrades.
- Other duties as assigned
What YOU will bring to C&F:- Deep understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Knowledge of product ownership best practices.
- Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical details for leadership
- Team player capable of mentoring others.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, drive results and prioritize tasks.
- Exceptional collaboration ability, including collaborative partnership with Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Architecture teams.
- Proactive problem solver with a security first mindset.
- Able to thrive in fast paced, high growth, and transformation-oriented environments.
Core Requirements:- Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
- 5+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering
- Strong expertise in:
- Routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs)
- Firewalls and network security controls
- VPN technologies (site-to-site, remote access)
- Secure network architectures and zero-trust principles
- Experience with cloud networking (Azure preferred)
- Proficiency with network monitoring and SIEM/SOC workflows
Preferred Requirements:- Experience in regulated industries (insurance, financial services, healthcare).
- Hands-on experience with:
- Fortinet or equivalent firewall platforms
- SASE solutions (e.g., Netskope, Zscaler, Cloudflare One)
- SD-WAN
- Familiarity with DevSecOps, automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
- Certifications (preferred but not required):
- CCNP, CCSP
- Azure Network Engineer Associate
- Security+ / CISSP
- Fortinet NSE series
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What C&F will bring to you- Competitive compensation package
- Generous 401K employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family's wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- A core C&F tenet is supporting your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, which may include tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
- A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
- We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community
