SpaceXAI is a small, highly motivated team focused on engineering excellence, creating AI systems that understand the universe. We are seeking a seasoned Senior Network Security Engineer to lead network security initiatives in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring robust protection across switching and routing systems in cloud‑native and AI‑focused infrastructure.
Senior Network Security Engineer at SpaceXAI
On-site - Palo Alto, CA
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USD 180,000 - 440,000
Requirements
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in network security engineering with hands‑on focus on switching and routing.
- Certifications like CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+, or similar preferred.
- Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, ACLs), and best practices for secure routing and switching.
- Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and its network security services (e.g., VPCs, Security Groups).
- Experience with network analysis tools such as Wireshark, tcpdump; and vendors including Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation of network security tasks.
- Relevant network‑specific certifications (e.g., CCNP Security, CCIE Security, JNCIP‑SEC, PCNSE).
- Experience in multi‑cloud environments and Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform for network provisioning.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices tailored to network security integration.
- Experience building custom tools or integrations for enhancing network security operations.
- Interest in leveraging AI for network threat detection and automation.
- Contributions to open‑source projects in network security or related tools.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert in network security, particularly firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF), and switching technologies.
- Manage and update firewall configurations across our enterprise network to align with operational and security needs.
- Deploy new firewalls, switches, routers, and network security devices in response to evolving threats and demands.
- Develop and propose innovative network security solutions to address operational challenges in routing and switching environments.
- Enhance security processes through thorough documentation and change management.
- Act as the primary resolver for complex network security issues, including escalation support.
- Ensure network security systems, switches, and routers are up‑to‑date with patches, firmware, and maintenance.
- Monitor and respond to security events in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure, Datacenter), with emphasis on network traffic analysis.
Technologies
PythonBashTerraformAWSGCPAzureWiresharktcpdumpCiscoJuniperPalo Alto NetworksBGPOSPFTCP/IPVLANs
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