Job Description

Job Title: Network Security Policy Engineer
Tax Term: W2/1099 Only
Location: Spring TX - Onsite
Employment Type: Contract



About the Role

This role is built for someone who can balance policy ownership with deep firewall engineering. You'll govern how the enterprise connects, who connects, and under what controls - while being the go-to authority on firewall rule bases and network security standards.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the approver and consultant for internal and external network connection requests.
• Define, maintain, and enforce policies covering external connectivity and network control points.
• Review exception requests and sign off on deviations from established security standards.
• Provide stewardship over the Enterprise Firewall Port Opening Request (POR) workflow.
• Maintain working relationships with network connection owners to keep risks visible and mitigated.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet firewalls.
• Proven background managing network security policies and firewall rule bases.
• AlgoSec working experience.
• Cisco ISE experience.

Technical Background Expected

• Working knowledge of Fortinet and Cisco firewall platforms plus IPSec VPN.
• Strong grasp of TCP/IP fundamentals and broader network security concepts.
• Familiarity across firewall tech, network authentication, encryption standards, VPN, intrusion detection, and perimeter defense.

Bonus Points For

• Network automation chops - Ansible, Python, REST APIs, or similar.

What You Bring as a Person

• Clear, fluent English - written and spoken.
• Analytical thinker, strong at troubleshooting under pressure.
• Comfortable working independently and inside a globally distributed virtual team.
• Proactive attitude with solid interpersonal and presentation skills.

Founded in 2014, ConglomerateIT is a global leader in delivering innovative IT solutions and services. Headquartered in the USA with a presence in the UK, Canada, and India, we specialize in offering industry-leading expertise and cutting-edge products that help our clients maximize their technological investments. Our focus on best-in-class solutions, a highly knowledgeable team, and proactive talent mapping ensure we remain at the forefront of the IT industry.

ConglomerateIT is driven by our Center for Excellence and Innovation, an initiative dedicated to keeping us ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We understand that building strong relationships is key to our success, and this commitment has enabled us to partner with Fortune 500 companies and leading system integrators worldwide. Our ability to provide local talent on a global scale ensures that we can meet the contingent project requirements of our clients efficiently and effectively.

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