Network Security Architect in MEXICO

This role will be responsible for developing and enforcing network security strategies, architecture standards, and technical solutions that align with business and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures across Azure cloud and on-premise environments.
• Lead the development of network segmentation, firewall policies, virtual networks (VNets), and Azure network security groups (NSGs).
• Define and enforce secure connectivity between Azure services, on-premises environments, and third-party partners using VPNs, ExpressRoute, and Azure Virtual WAN.
• Develop security architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cloud engineers, DevOps teams, and security operations to integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling for network security controls, including zero trust architecture and micro-segmentation strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend tools and services to enhance network security (e.g., Azure Firewall, Azure DDoS Protection, Azure Private Link).
• Monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices; maintain compliance with industry regulations such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Benchmarks.
• Support incident response and forensic investigations related to network activity.
• Serve as a technical mentor and security advocate across IT teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network security, with at least 2+ years in cloud security architecture with Azure.
• Expert knowledge of Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, Load Balancers, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, and Azure Security Center.
• Strong understanding of zero trust, SASE, and cloud-native security architectures.
• Experience designing and implementing secure hybrid cloud solutions.
• Proficiency in TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, BGP, IPSec, and SSL/TLS.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC Cloud Security (GCLD, GPCS)
• Familiarity with other cloud providers (AWS, GCP)
• Scripting or automation experience (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep)

Opportunity 100% remote living in Mexico, for Mexican citizens or forigners with work permit VISA

Availability to work in EST hrs

English proficiency

Only resumes in English will be considered