Network Security Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Network Security Engineer to support a global security and compliance organization within a leading technology company. The Network Security Engineer will help ensure products meet strict security and certification standards required for deployment in Germany. This is a remote role, but candidates must be able to travel to Germany for approximately three consecutive weeks every six months.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities for the Network Security Engineer include:

· Support certification and compliance projects by configuring and validating network and security technologies

· Deploy and configure Cisco products in virtualized or Linux based environments such as Ubuntu

· Perform initial device setup including software installation, feature configuration, licensing, and operational readiness

· Console into devices and work with protocols such as SSH, syslog, NTP, RADIUS, and SSMP

· Apply security engineering knowledge to identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and validate compliance requirements

· Produce detailed technical documentation and certification deliverables

· Collaborate with cross functional engineering, product, and global teams

· Manage multiple technical tasks with minimal guidance while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Requirements for the Network Security Engineer include:

· EST based candidates preferred

· Strong background in IT networking and security

· Hands on experience with SSH, syslog, NTP, RADIUS, SSMP, and related protocols

· Ability to configure, deploy, and administer Cisco products

· Experience working in virtualized environments or on Linux based systems such as Ubuntu

· Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex technical requirements

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation

· Understanding of routing, switching, datacenter or cloud technologies, and encryption or cryptography

· CCNA, CCNP, or similar certifications preferred

· Ability to work across global teams and communicate with both technical and non technical groups

· Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for product evaluations

· Experience with government compliance frameworks such as Common Criteria is highly preferred

Compensation for the Network Security Engineer:

· $95,000 to $97,000 annually

· Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and sick leave as required by law

· This job opens for applications on 2/13/2026. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Network Engineering, SSH, Syslog, NTP, RADIUS, SSMP, Virtualization, Ubuntu, Linux, Security Engineering, Common Criteria, Compliance, Routing, Switching, Cryptography, CCNA, CCNP, Product Certification, Government Compliance, Security Standards

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