8+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience focused on perimeter and cloud security
Hands-on expertise with SD-WAN, Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN, AWS security services (IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, KMS) and Microsoft 365 Defender Suite
Strong knowledge and implementation experience with Okta and Microsoft Entra for IAM, plus familiarity with OAuth2 and SAML and access recertification processes
Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2; proficient in scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) for automation
Requirements:
Architect and implement SD-WAN solutions to optimize secure connectivity across distributed environments
Lead deployment and configuration of Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for secure remote access
Design and enforce perimeter security policies including firewall rules, intrusion prevention, and secure web gateways
Oversee AWS cloud security including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and KMS
Job description
Role: Senior Security Engineer – Perimeter & Cloud Security Location: USA (Remote) Duration: 6 Months+ can be extendable No of position: 1 Domain/Industry: Preferably Insurance Year of Experience: 8-12 Years Type: Fulltime/Contract
Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Security Architect with deep expertise in perimeter and cloud security to design, implement, and lead enterprise-wide security initiatives. This role requires a strong technical background in SD-WAN, Palo Alto GlobalProtect, AWS security services, and Microsoft 365 Defender Suite, along with proven leadership in driving secure architecture across hybrid environments.
Primary Responsibilities (Must-Haves)
Architect and implement SD-WAN solutions to optimize secure connectivity across distributed environments.
Lead deployment and configuration of Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN for secure remote access.
Design and enforce perimeter security policies including firewall rules, intrusion prevention, and secure web gateways.
Oversee AWS cloud security including IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and KMS.
Additional Responsibilities (Nice-to-Haves)
Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) solutions using Okta and Microsoft Entra.
Manage and monitor Microsoft 365 security configurations (Defender Suite, Exchange Online Protection, etc.).
Integrate and maintain secure authentication protocols including OAuth2 and SAML.
Lead access recertification processes to ensure compliance and least privilege principles.
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans across hybrid infrastructure.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure secure design and compliance with regulatory standards.
Develop and maintain security documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements
8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity roles with focus on perimeter and cloud security.
