Cyber Security/network Engineer

Description The Cybersecurity Engineer will design, implement, and maintain security controls across our client's corporate, cloud, and network environments, with a primary focus on strengthening the company's cybersecurity posture through secure architecture, access control, incident response support, vulnerability reduction, systems hardening, and continuous improvement of security capabilities. Working closely with Compliance, DevOps, and IT teams, this role will help secure infrastructure, improve threat visibility, and protect users, devices, applications, and systems across on-site and cloud environments while advancing Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) architecture.

• Degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, Networking, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or network security roles
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat mitigation, access control, and secure systems design
• Experience implementing and supporting security controls across endpoints, infrastructure, cloud, and network environments
• Familiarity with security incident investigation, response, and remediation processes
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST

CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, NERC-CIP

)

• Experience with vulnerability management, hardening, and cybersecurity best practices
• Working knowledge of network design, segmentation, implementation, and troubleshooting
• Experience creating detailed network and security diagrams
• Proficiency in direct CLI configuration of network and security devices
• Familiarity with SASE and ZTNA concepts and architecture
• Ability to investigate and resolve both security incidents and network connectivity issues
• On-call availability for cybersecurity and infrastructure issues, including occasional off-hours support
• CCNA certification or equivalent hands-on networking experience preferred Skills fortinet Top Skills Details fortinet Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.