THE RIGHT STAFF · 20 hours ago
Sr. Network & Security Engineer
THE RIGHT STAFF is partnering with a growing organization in search of a Senior Network & Security Engineer. This critical role focuses on hands-on engineering, infrastructure, and cybersecurity, supporting a hybrid cloud/on-prem environment while managing daily security operations and major technical projects.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain hybrid cloud/on-prem infrastructure (Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory, networking)
Administer and optimize VMware environments, including ESXi clusters, vCenter, HA/DRS, storage, and VMware Horizon View (VDI)
Perform daily hands-on cybersecurity operations, including alert investigation, incident response, and breach mitigation
Manage and operate advanced security tools including CrowdStrike, ThreatLocker, Abnormal Security, Vectra AI, Microsoft Defender, and SonicWALL firewalls
Investigate logs and alerts across endpoints, identity, email, and network traffic-every alert is reviewed and validated
Approve application elevations, access requests, and security policy changes while maintaining least-privilege principles
Maintain and update security policies, firmware, and configurations as standards evolve
Lead and support major initiatives including software rewrite projects, custom/homegrown application support, Azure storage projects, and infrastructure upgrades
Design and execute network expansions, office buildouts, and hardware deployments across multiple locations
Serve as escalation point for complex helpdesk issues and participate in after-hours on-call rotation
Develop documentation including runbooks, escalation paths, and security standards
Evaluate and onboard third-party vendors for managed services, backups, and tooling
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
7+ years of experience in Network Engineering / IT Infrastructure roles
3+ years in a senior or lead-level technical role
3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience (incident response, breach prevention, security tooling)
Strong hands-on experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, and Horizon View (VDI)
Experience supporting hybrid environments (Azure/Entra ID + on-prem)
Proven experience with modern security tools such as CrowdStrike, ThreatLocker, Microsoft Defender, Abnormal Security, or similar
Demonstrated experience leading technical projects such as migrations, buildouts, or system integrations
Preferred
VMware certifications (VCP-DTM, VCP-NV, or equivalent)
CCNA, Azure certifications, or CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+)
Experience working in mixed PC and Mac environments