Select Source International · 5 hours ago
Network Security Consultant - W2 Only
Charlotte, NC
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$53.62/hr - $53.62/hr
5+ years expSelect Source International is seeking an experienced Network Security Consultant to support a critical migration initiative moving key applications and workloads to the AWS public cloud. This role will work closely with application teams and security architecture groups to define and implement network security requirements for secure cloud adoption.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to gather and analyze network security requirements including connectivity, allowed ports, protocols, and data flows
Translate application requirements into detailed and actionable network security policies and firewall rules
Design and validate network security architecture in AWS, including effective use of Security Groups, Network ACLs, and integration with Palo Alto firewall policies
Work closely with the perimeter defense/security operations team to streamline firewall rule discovery, approval, and deployment processes
Document best practices and standards guiding cloud network security design, specifying when to use Palo Alto vs AWS native controls
Contribute to discovery and planning phases for new migrations, ensuring all network security dependencies are captured
Support troubleshooting and optimization of existing cloud network security configurations
Qualification
Required
5+ years experience in network security architecture or engineering, preferably with a focus on cloud environments (AWS strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of network security controls: firewalls (Palo Alto experience highly desired), Security Groups, VPN, and layered defense models
Proven ability to translate application connectivity needs into firewall rule sets and network security designs
Familiarity with AWS networking components (VPC, Subnets, Route Tables, TGWs)
Experience working alongside application teams in a collaborative Agile or DevSecOps environment
Excellent communication skills, capable of documenting and presenting complex technical information clearly
Ability to work independently and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Solutions Architect)
Experience with enterprise firewall policy management and automation tools
Background in financial services or highly regulated environments
Company
Select Source International
Select Source International (SSI) is an award-winning global leader in Consulting and Staff Augmentation, helping businesses thrive across IT, Healthcare, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Engineering, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Administrative, Operations & Logistics, and more.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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