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Are you a skilled network security professional ready to make an impact in the world of cyber security? KHIPU Networks is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join the dynamic, growing team and help protect client networks globally.

Salary: Highly Competitive

Job Type: Full- Time, Permanent

Location: Onsite, Fleet, Hampshire – Waterfront Business Park (overlooking Fleet Pond), just a 3-minute walk from Fleet mainline train station with direct links to London

About Us:

KHIPU Networks is an award-winning and highly successful Cyber Security company based in the UK and Africa. We offer outstanding opportunities for candidates of all levels within a dynamic and flexible working environment.

Founded in 2005, KHIPU Networks’ ethos has always been to work in partnership with customers, to understand their environments and challenges so that we can design and deploy ‘Best-of-Breed’ solutions that enable them to meet their strategic goals.

Network Security Engineer - The Role:

KHIPU Networks, a leader in cyber security and networking, is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with expertise in Palo Alto Networks firewalls to join our growing team.

You’ll manage, support, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewall solutions across customer and internal networks. Your work will be essential in ensuring the security and performance of client network infrastructures.

Join our global team of skilled engineers, with opportunities for continuous training and career development. If you're driven and proactive, the possibilities are limitless!

Network Security Engineer – Key Duties

- Configure and maintain firewalls and network equipment across various environments

- Monitor and troubleshoot firewall and network performance, connectivity, and security issues

- Use your skills and experience to resolve cases, adapt troubleshooting skills and knowledge of firewalls and networking

- Implement firewall policies, rules, and configurations to align with security best practices and organisational requirements

- Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend solutions for identified network risks

- Support and carry out firewall upgrades, policy and configuration changes

- Occasional visits to customer sites where on-site work is required

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and change logs

- Provide technical guidance and support to clients and internal teams as needed

- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers

- Engage with customers professionally, providing telephone, email and remote technical assistance

Network Security Engineer – You:

Qualifications:

- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent work experience

- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) or equivalent certifications with alternative security vendors e.g. Fortigate, Checkpoint

- Industry certifications with other vendors supported by KHIPU e.g. Infoblox, Aruba

Experience:

- 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls or equivalent

- Strong knowledge of firewall policies, network security protocols, and best practices

- Proficiency with networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, NAT, etc.)

- Familiarity with security monitoring and management tools

- Experience working in a Support or Managed Services environment

Skills & Attributes:

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

- Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Network Security Engineer – Benefits:

- Competitive salary, dependant on experience

- 26 days’ annual leave entitlement, rising with service

- Private health care policy

- 5% pension contributions

- Life Insurance policy

- Cycle to Work Scheme

- Numerous company events throughout the year

- Regular team building activities throughout the year

- Ample Free Parking Available on site

To submit your application for this exciting Network Security Engineer opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now