Network Security Engineer (Remote) Nigeria

Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting - Our client in the Cross-Border Payments industry is  recruiting to fill the position below:  Job Title: Network Security Engineer

Location: Nigeria (Remote)

Employment Type: Contract Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure. The Network Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains controls that protect the organization’s network infrastructure, systems, and data. The role combines hands-on engineering with continuous monitoring, incident support, and improvement of security architecture across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Design, deploy, configure, and maintain network-security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, secure web gateways, intrusion detection/prevention systems, network access control, and security monitoring tools. Deploy and maintain virtual private servers for the organization. Develop and maintain secure network architectures, segmentation standards, access-control policies, and configuration baselines for wired, wireless, cloud, and remote-access environments. Monitor network activity and security alerts; investigate anomalies, assess impact, and coordinate containment and recovery actions during security incidents. Conduct vulnerability assessments, configuration reviews, and periodic security testing; prioritize remediation with infrastructure and application teams. Review firewall rules, privileged network access, and third-party connectivity to ensure least-privilege access and policy compliance. Partner with IT, cloud, endpoint, and application teams to embed security requirements into new systems, changes, and projects. Maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, operational procedures, and evidence needed for audits, risk reviews, and compliance activities. Contribute to security awareness, incident-response exercises, disaster-recovery planning, and continuous improvement of the security program.

First Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered. 3+ years of experience in network engineering, network security, cybersecurity operations, or a closely related role. Hands-on experience administering and managing virtual private servers. Hands-on experience administering enterprise firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, routing and switching, and network security monitoring. Experience investigating security events using SIEM, log-analysis, endpoint, or network-monitoring tools. Experience with cloud-network security in AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. Experience supporting regulated environments and controls aligned to standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, PCI DSS, SOC 2, or GDPR. Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, TLS, proxies, wireless security, identity and access management, and common attack techniques. Familiarity with zero-trust principles, secure access service edge (SASE), network automation, infrastructure as code, or scripting with Python, PowerShell, or Bash. Professional certifications such as Security+, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CISSP, CISM, GIAC, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, or equivalent. Ability to translate risk and technical findings into clear recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and prioritization skills.

7th August, 2026. Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the position as the subject of the email.