Security Field Engineer

Our client, a professional services firm, is looking to hire a Security Field Engineer for a 2-to-3-month remote contract. The consultant will be responsible for leading and participating in complex projects, providing technical assistance for project and ticket escalations. The consultant will be asked to provide advanced technical support as well as mentor other engineers.

The Security Field Engineer will be responsible for implementing and supporting network security solutions, including Cisco Identity Service Engine, Cisco Secure Access, Cisco Secure Firewalls, Meraki firewalls, Duo multi-factor authentication and single sign-on, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco Secure Endpoint, Cisco Secure Email, Cisco Secure Network Analytics, and Cisco Secure Workload.

The engineer will also collaborate cross-functionally with Project Managers and co-workers, both technical and non-technical.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or related field preferred; will consider an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering and advanced network security design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional – Security (CCNP Security) required; (advanced security certifications (e.g., CCIE Security, CISSP, or equivalent) preferred.
• Expert-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis in complex enterprise security environments
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable, secure network architectures
• Strong risk assessment and mitigation capabilities
• Ability to serve as senior technical escalation point for security-related incidents
• Strong customer-facing skills with ability to act as a trusted technical advisor
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
• Advanced expertise in TCP/IP networking fundamentals including IP subnetting, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and static and dynamic routing
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure and related platforms (Virtualization, Windows Server/AD)
• Extensive experience designing and implementing Cisco Security Solutions(ISE, Secure Access, Duo, XDR)
• Deep understanding of network security architecture, threat mitigation, Zero Trust and layered defense strategies
• Experience with other advanced security platforms (e.g., Microsoft, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar enterprise solutions)
• Strong understanding of endpoint security integration within enterprise network environments
• Foundational understanding of cloud security architecture and tooling
• Foundational understanding of security operations and incident response

ClearBridge Technology Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We Offer Excellent Benefits And Compensation Packages.

The expected hourly rate range for this role is: $58.50 to $91 per hour

The posted range is an estimate, the actual compensation offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications and will be in line with internal equity.