Network Security & Automation Engineer

Job ID: 112613
Location: Whippany , New Jersey  [Hybrid]
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 05/14/2026
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Role Summary
This is a hands-on engineering position focused on designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise network security solutions in fast-paced organizational environments. The role requires operational ownership, technical expertise, and strong delivery capabilities to ensure secure, scalable, and resilient network infrastructure. The candidate will collaborate across teams to integrate security measures and optimize network performance while maintaining operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and support enterprise network security solutions including NAC, firewalls, IDS/IPS, proxy technologies, secure remote access, and segmentation platforms.
  • Engineer and deploy scalable, secure network infrastructure aligned with enterprise security standards and operational policies.
  • Configure and implement network security appliances across production environments, ensuring optimal security posture.
  • Support large-scale infrastructure deployments, including testing, validation, and operational readiness activities.
  • Drive automation initiatives utilizing Python, Ansible, GitLab, and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies to improve operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with engineering, architecture, operations, and security teams to deliver integrated network solutions.
  • Participate in incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for critical infrastructure issues.
  • Ensure compliance with change management, security, and operational governance processes.
  • Develop documentation, deployment procedures, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, resiliency, scalability, and automation maturity continuously.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience supporting enterprise network security and infrastructure environments.
  • Hands-on experience designing and deploying complex data networks.
  • Knowledge of enterprise routing and switching protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
  • Experience with security platforms including Bluecoat/Symantec Proxy, Zscaler, Fortinet, Forescout, or NetScaler.
  • Strong automation skills with Python, Ansible, and GitLab.
  • Familiarity with operating within structured production environments with a focus on stability, change control, security, and compliance.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, technical environment with attention to operational excellence.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and experience participating in incident response.
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills.
  • Availability to work on-site in a dynamic organization environment.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Publishing Pay Range: $63.15 – $65.61 hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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