Mindgrub · 5 hours ago
Senior iOS Network Security Architect (contract)
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
$90/hr - $120/hrMindgrub Technologies is a digital agency specializing in digital transformation for established enterprises and growth-stage companies. They are seeking a highly experienced iOS networking specialist for a short-term technical discovery engagement focused on secure network access and browser-based protection on Apple mobile devices.
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Responsibilities
Lead a deep technical discovery of iOS networking capabilities related to secure traffic routing, enterprise access, and managed application controls
Evaluate the use of Apple NetworkExtension frameworks, including Packet Tunnel Provider, for implementing a custom VPN based traffic steering solution
Assess feasibility of per app VPN models tied to managed browser applications such as enterprise managed Chrome or Edge, or a custom secure browser
Define how authentication state can dynamically control access to internal enterprise resources while maintaining baseline internet protection
Analyze mobile device management requirements, including supervised device considerations, configuration deployment, and policy enforcement
Document architectural options, tradeoffs, and constraints imposed by Apple platform policies and APIs
Identify integration points with existing security infrastructure, including certificate handling, identity flows, and remote configuration
Define emergency control and fail safe behaviors appropriate for enterprise security environments
Produce a clear set of technical findings, risks, and recommended architecture to guide downstream product development
Qualification
Required
Deep expertise with iOS networking and Apple NetworkExtension framework, especially NEPacketTunnelProvider
Proven experience designing or implementing VPN or secure network routing solutions on iOS
Strong understanding of per app VPN, managed app configuration, and mobile device management frameworks
Experience integrating authentication and identity systems with mobile networking behavior
Familiarity with enterprise security concepts such as zero trust access, secure web gateways, or secure access service edge models
Ability to translate complex platform constraints into clear architectural guidance
Experience producing technical discovery reports, architecture documents, and feasibility assessments
Preferred
Background in secure browser technologies or enterprise mobility security
Experience working with OpenVPN or other VPN protocol integrations within mobile platforms
Familiarity with Apple enterprise deployment programs and app extension distribution models
Company
Mindgrub
Mindgrub is an award-winning tech consultancy that transforms business performance through AI innovation and custom software solutions.
Founded in 2002
51-200 employees
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