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Senior Network Security Engineer (Remote)

AT WEX
WEX

Senior Network Security Engineer (Remote)

Boston, MA / Remote

This position will be required to work USA time zone hours.

This is a remote position. For consideration, one must live within 30 miles of the following company HUBS:

Portland, ME

Washington, DC

Boston, MA,

Dallas, TX

Nashville, TN

Charlotte, NC

Fargo, ND

Edina, MN

Mason, OH

Salt Lake City, UT

About the Team & Role

WEX, Inc. is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer with broad Information Security experience. This individual would be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security tools in a globally distributed enterprise environment.

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We're the Global Information Security Team at WEX, responsible for implementing and operating security technologies and processes throughout WEX. We partner closely with internal teams and customers to assure WEX operates in a secure and compliant manner. Our team holds itself to a high-standard and we collaborate closely with one another to ensure strong, reliable and effective relationships. We own our results and we take pride of ownership in everything we do.

How you'll make an impact
  • A highly motivated network security engineer who loves working on small, high performing teams that interface with the entire enterprise
  • A collaborative, solid communicator who works well with your team and stakeholders to drive projects from inception to completion
  • Someone who cares deeply for team results but is able to work independently to deliver high quality solutions for projects and operational tasks
  • Comfortable balancing the need to move fast with the realities of working in a highly regulated organization
  • Someone who thrives in situations where details and accuracy are vital
  • A skilled worker that has the motivation, expertise, and work ethic to operate independently across global time zones, and who is able to complete tasks and deliverables with minimal oversight
  • Work closely with Enterprise IT teams on securing WEX's infrastructure and applications
  • Able to mentor other engineers both technically and professionally
  • Are a Subject Matter Expert in Network Security
  • Engineer, implement, and monitor security measures to protect the enterprise
  • Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices
  • Regularly review configurations and develop improvement plans
  • Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security findings, vulnerabilities, and risks
  • Write comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes and recommendations for security enhancement.
  • Have a diverse background in IT, security and supporting processes
  • Deep experience working with compliance and regulatory frameworks such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA/HITRUST, SOX, GDPR, NIST, etc.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts, applications, and technologies
  • Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting on network traffic, network security infrastructure, and security incidents
  • Experience with enterprise firewalls, Cloud WAF, and/or similar network security devices
Experience you'll bring
  • Have 7+ years of experience in Enterprise Network Security Engineering
  • Have 5+ years of broad experience with security technologies in an enterprise environment
  • Experience working with Palo Alto firewalls
  • Have a strong, practical understanding of modern cloud IT infrastructure, networking, and security engineering concepts
  • Are able to troubleshoot network and security issues within a complex environment
  • Have 5+ years of experience in engineering solutions which meet security, compliance, and business needs
  • Can commit and deliver on very specific project/delivery timelines with minimal supervision
  • Are able work in an on-call rotation which may include some night and weekend shifts
  • Have excellent customer support skills, both written and verbal
  • Have 5+ years of experience in supporting enterprise firewalls, proxy solutions, and other perimeter security devices
  • Have 5+ years of experience with securing applications and enabling secure communication through HTTPS, DNSSec, and other applicable technologies
  • Familiar with ITIL concepts, and are able to apply them to Incidents, Problems, and Changes.
  • Are an expert in Security Policy management on network security devices
Preferred Qualifications
  • Have cloud experience with AWS and Azure
  • Experience working with Imperva Cloud WAF
  • Experience working with Splunk
  • Experience working with Cisco ASA devices
  • Hold advanced certifications relevant to network devices and Information Security (e.g. CCIE, CISSP, PCSE, etc)
The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the \"About Us\" section.

Salary Pay Range: $117,000.00 - $156,000.00

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Washington, DC, USA; Nashville, TN, USA; Dallas, TX, USA; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Fargo, ND, USA; Mason, OH, USA; North Carolina, USA
Job ID: wex-R15369
Employment Type: Full Time