VP, Staff Perimeter Defense Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

VP, Staff Perimeter Defense Engineer (Cybersecurity): Leading the design and rollout of next-generation perimeter defense capabilities during a major migration to AWS and Azure with an accent on automation and cloud security architecture. Focus on implementing infrastructure-as-code for security controls and ensuring enterprise resilience through robust IDS/IPS and DDoS mitigation.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in the US and able to commute to a company Hub, e.g., Chicago, IL)

Salary: $135,000 - $230,000 USD Annual

Company

hirify.global is a large-scale financial services corporation specializing in consumer financing and credit solutions.

What you will do

• Lead network security efforts and automate capabilities for migration to AWS and Azure Public Cloud.
• Design, implement, and maintain large-scale Perimeter Defense solutions, including Palo Alto firewalls and Zscaler proxy.
• Develop and test strategies for the detection and prevention of security threats using IDS/IPS and DDoS mitigation systems.
• Automate security deployments through infrastructure-as-code (Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security, Network, and Security Architecture teams to define and implement security standards.
• Mentor and train other security team members on perimeter defense technology and best practices.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in technical security engineering with a focus on Perimeter Defense.
• Deep working knowledge of AWS and Azure cloud technologies.
• Proven automation skills using Terraform, Python, and API calls for security configuration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab) and version control systems (Git, Bitbucket).
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls, Zscaler Proxy, and DDoS mitigation systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; no visa sponsorship is provided.

Nice to have

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCNP.
• Strong understanding of advanced network architecture and protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model allowing for work-from-home options near company Hubs.
• Eligibility for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Inclusive culture with extensive Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Opportunities for professional growth and internal mobility.