We are seeking up to three Senior Network Security Consultants to join the Engineering team, supporting Volkswagen Financial Services. This role is focused on project, design, and engineering-level activities, not L2 operations. The ideal candidates will act as consultants, making design decisions, complex troubleshooting, and security improvements across the network security landscape.
Key Responsibilities: * Installation, configuration, and optimization of Next-Generation Firewalls (Palo Alto, Check Point) * Design and implementation of site-to-site VPNs with external partners * In-depth analysis and resolution of complex firewall issues * Configuration and troubleshooting of F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM, AFM) * Support with load balancer-related incidents and escalations * Participation in security incident analysis and resolution * Handling cross-technology network and security issues * Transfer of finalized configurations and solutions to 24/7 operations teams * Contribution to the continuous improvement of internal processes and tools * Development of automation solutions and scripts for security operations * Support change implementations, including occasional after-hours or weekend work (no on-call rotation)
Required Skills & Experience: * Senior-level experience in Network Security Engineering / Consulting * Strong design and project delivery experience (not only operational support) * Deep expertise in: Palo Alto firewalls (design, configuration, troubleshooting)/Check Point firewalls (design, configuration, troubleshooting) * Experience with vZen for proxy access configuration * Hands-on experience with F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM, AFM) * Proven ability to handle escalated support cases * Experience working in enterprise or large-scale environments * Experience with scripting and automation (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell) * Proven track record of using automation in security or network projects * Ability to design and implement automation solutions, not just maintain scripts
Nice to Have: * Experience with Zscaler (ZIA / ZPA) — strong plus * Experience working in financial services or regulated environments * Exposure to large, global enterprise infrastructures
What We Offer: * Competitive salary package. * Medical insurance. * Flexible schedule. * Opportunities for career growth and professional development. * Supportive and collaborative work environment. * Modern office space in Nottingham with easy access to transport.
We’re grateful for your interest in joining our team. Kindly note that only applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely align with the role will be contacted for the next steps. Thank you for your understanding.
