Network Security Engineer
Software Specialists
Northborough, MA · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Network Security Engineer
Location: Northborough, Massachusetts (On-Site)
Job Summary: We are recruiting for a hands-on Engineer opportunity supporting a complex, multi-site infrastructure environment with a strong focus on network security, resilience, and operational excellence. Our team is seeking a technically strong professional who can help maintain secure, high-availability systems while supporting monitoring, backup, recovery, and compliance-driven activities.
Responsibilities:
Support remote sites and data centers, including smart hands support for infrastructure and network equipment.
Manage firewalls, routing and switching infrastructure, application delivery platforms, centralized logging, and network monitoring tools.
Perform vulnerability assessments, port scanning, patching, backup validation, restoration procedures, and disaster recovery support.
Participate in 24×7 on-call rotation, collaborate with vendors and technical teams, and support NERC CIP standards and time-sensitive deadlines.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
3+ years of experience in a Networking role.
Strong experience with firewalls, routers, and switches.
Ability to collaborate effectively across time zones, work in a fast-paced environment, and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
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