Overview
We are seeking a Chief Network Security Engineer to support a staff augmentation engagement with a leading Oil & Gas client, strengthening hybrid cloud and on-prem network security. You will lead secure network design and operations across AWS and Azure and help keep critical connectivity resilient—apply to join the team.
Responsibilities
- Lead network security architecture for hybrid environments across cloud and on-prem connectivity
- Design secure AWS networking and security controls for VPCs, routing, Security Groups, WAF, and connectivity
- Implement Azure networking security using VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Application Gateway
- Configure and maintain firewalls, prioritizing Palo Alto and supporting Cisco ASA/Firepower where needed
- Integrate web filtering and SASE solutions such as Prisma Access to enforce secure access
- Deploy and tune load balancing solutions using F5, A10, or cloud equivalents
- Troubleshoot complex network issues across TCP/IP, DNS, and NAT to restore services quickly
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to align security controls with operational needs in Oil & Gas environments
Requirements
- 7+ years of hands-on network security experience
- Strong leadership capability to guide network security decisions and standards
- Proven project experience delivering hybrid cloud and on-prem connectivity initiatives
- Advanced AWS networking and security skills (VPCs, routing, Security Groups, WAF, connectivity)
- Working Azure networking skills (VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway)
- Hands-on firewall skills (Palo Alto preferred; Cisco ASA/Firepower acceptable)
- Load balancer knowledge (F5, A10, or cloud equivalents)
- SASE/web filtering experience (Prisma Access or similar)
- Strong TCP/IP networking fundamentals including DNS and NAT
- Strong troubleshooting skills for complex network and connectivity issues
- Upper-Intermediate English proficiency (B2, Upper-Intermediate)
[GTS] Benefits (generic, except India)
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn