Security Engineer

KHIPU Networks Limited; Fleet; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cyber Security company in the UK is seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will have a degree in Computer Science or equivalent and 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls. Responsibilities include configuring and maintaining firewalls, troubleshooting performance, and conducting vulnerability assessments. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including 26 days of annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical cover.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Employer pension contributions

Life insurance 4 x annual salary

Private medical and dental cover

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of firewall policies and best practices.
• Experience in a Support or Managed Services environment.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain firewalls and network equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot firewall and network performance.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend solutions.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Network security protocols

Troubleshooting skills

Networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, NAT)

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent

Tools

Security monitoring tools

Firewall management tools

Job description

About Us

KHIPU Networks is an award‑winning and highly successful Cyber Security company based in the UK and Africa. Founded in 2005, KHIPU Networks' ethos has always been to work in partnership with customers, to understand their environments and challenges so that we can design and deploy ‘Best of Breed’ solutions that enable them to meet their strategic goals. It is a privately owned international Cyber Security Company delivering a wide range of network, wireless and security solutions, technologies and services across multiple sectors. We are honoured to be by Royal Appointment to His Majesty the King, and are proud to be an ISO9001, ISO27001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 certified company. We also support the National Apprenticeship Scheme, employing and developing apprentices within all sectors of the company.

Location: Fleet, Hampshire

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Security Engineer – The Role

KHIPU Networks is an industry leader in cyber security and networking technology, dedicated to providing cutting‑edge solutions and security to our clients. As we expand our operations, we’re seeking an experienced Network Security Engineer with expertise in Palo Alto Networks firewalls to join our team.

The Network Security Engineer will be responsible for supporting, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks firewall solutions across our customers’ and internal networks. This role requires in‑depth knowledge of Next Generation Firewalls, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other team members. You will play a key role in ensuring the security and performance of our customers’ network and security infrastructure.

The successful applicant will be part of an international team of highly skilled engineers supporting KHIPU Networks customers globally. We will provide ongoing training and development to ensure you have every opportunity to further your career and succeed. If you have the aptitude and can‑do attitude, there really are no limits!

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain firewalls and network equipment across various environments.
• Monitor and troubleshoot firewall and network performance, connectivity, and security issues.
• Use your skills and experience to resolve cases, adapt troubleshooting skills and knowledge of firewalls and networking.
• Implement firewall policies, rules, and configurations to align with security best practices and organizational requirements.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend solutions for identified network risks.
• Support and carry out firewall upgrades, policy and configuration changes.
• Occasional visits to customer sites where on‑site work is required.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and change logs.
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients and internal teams as needed.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.
• Engage with customers professionally, providing telephone, email and remote technical assistance.
• Stay up to date with the latest in network security technology and practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent work experience.

Industry Certifications

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) or equivalent certifications with alternative security vendors e.g. Fortigate, Checkpoint.
• Industry certifications with other vendors supported by KHIPU e.g. Infoblox, Aruba.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of firewall policies, network security protocols, and best practices.
• Proficiency with networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, NAT, etc.).
• Familiarity with security monitoring and management tools.
• Experience working in a Support or Managed Services environment.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave increasing 1 day a year up to a max of 31 days
• Birthday leave
• Employer pension contributions
• Life insurance 4 x annual salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private medical and dental cover
• Eye tests
• Free tea/coffee/fresh fruit in the office
• Scheduled PT sessions
• Breakout room, garden, roof terrace and even a bar!