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Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Senior Network Security Engineer today with HCA Healthcare.
JOB SUMMARY
Lead efforts in implementation, modernization, standardization and enhancement of network security controls to protect a Fortune 100 enterprise’s infrastructure, patients and data from increasing risk and threats. The position will perform and oversee reviews and assessments of policies for risk and vulnerabilities and identify potential hardening opportunities, provide remediation recommendations, designs and solutions while implementing configuration changes for continuous security control maturity and risk reduction. This position will work collaboratively with other IT teams to implement risk management practices, optimize technology solutions, monitor and adjust infrastructure to meet current and future needs, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and continuously plan for the future to improve our security posture and control maturity. The ideal candidate will be experienced in network security fundamentals and have a strong understanding of how to develop and implement remediation plans to address identified risks, implement new features and technologies, standardize and optimize existing technologies, establish and maintain baselines, and automate processes wherever possible to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Evaluate, recommend and implement appropriate security measures, including next-generation firewall features, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN, network segmentation/zero trust, multifactor and access control mechanisms
- Conduct firewall rule reviews, security audits, baseline and best practice compliance, forensic network investigation to support data transmission adherence and implement or oversee recommendations
- Support and manage network security solutions to protect the organization's infrastructure, applications, and data from cyber threats in accordance with regulatory and industry requirements, such as PCI DSS, SOX, NIST, ISO 27000 and HIPAA
- Evaluate vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, metrics and security audits to identify potential hardening opportunities and provide remediation recommendations and solutions
- Recommend and implement complex solutions and configuration changes within a large enterprise network in support of continuous security control maturity and risk reduction
- Participate in incident response and disaster recovery planning and testing
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure that network security controls are integrated with other systems, applications and comply with security standards
- Routinely perform audits and control tests on deployed technologies, collecting and consolidating indicators of performance, risks, trends and providing recommendations, baseline and regulatory compliance ratings
- Manage relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure that security services are timely delivered and implemented in alignment to security policies
- Collaborate on the development and documentation of security policies and procedures, training and awareness
- Provide guidance and training to peers on compliance and best practices
- Research design enhancements and identify automated solutions or best of breed technologies while assisting with integration tests with vendors
- Keep up-to-date with the latest threats and vulnerabilities, as well as relevant regulations and industry best practices, and implement recommendations to improve the organization's security posture and control maturity
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Must have 5+ years of relevant work experience required
OTHER/SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience with security technologies, such as next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN, network segmentation, access control mechanisms, and security design, management, best practices, policy, standards in large 1000+ firewall environments
- Expertise in Checkpoint Firewall, CMA, Provider-1, Maestro, VSX/VSLS, CloudGuard
- Cisco Network Security Products & Technologies (i.e. Firepower, ASA, VPN, WSA, ISE, Stealthwatch, etc.)
- Strong understanding of network protocols, topologies, tools, subnetting and architectures
- Aptitude in Network Security Policy Management tools (Algosec, Tufin) and/or conducting risk assessments, firewall rule review, and security audits
- Strong knowledge of enterprise security technologies and processes (Zscaler, Advanced Threat Detection Tools, Antibot, Antimalware, Threat Emulation, SIEM, IDS/IPS, Network Packet Analysis, Netflow, etc.)
- Experience designing solutions for security standards and frameworks, such as HIPAA, SOX, PCI DSS, HITECH, ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Network Security Management Tools/Technologies (e.g: Splunk, Trustsec, segmentation, syslog, etc..)
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to guide and train junior engineers
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Relevant certifications from ISC2 (CISSP), GIAC (GISP), ISACA (CISA), Cisco Security or CompTIA are a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Position expectations are minimal supervision required due to design, service and support knowledge/skillsets
Position may require periodic after hours work and light travel at times with little notice
Position requires sitting for extended periods. In office requirement minimum 2 days per week.
Benefits
HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Senior Network Security Engineer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
INTRODUCTION
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Senior Network Security Engineer today with HCA Healthcare.
JOB SUMMARY
Lead efforts in implementation, modernization, standardization and enhancement of network security controls to protect a Fortune 100 enterprise’s infrastructure, patients and data from increasing risk and threats. The position will perform and oversee reviews and assessments of policies for risk and vulnerabilities and identify potential hardening opportunities, provide remediation recommendations, designs and solutions while implementing configuration changes for continuous security control maturity and risk reduction. This position will work collaboratively with other IT teams to implement risk management practices, optimize technology solutions, monitor and adjust infrastructure to meet current and future needs, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and continuously plan for the future to improve our security posture and control maturity. The ideal candidate will be experienced in network security fundamentals and have a strong understanding of how to develop and implement remediation plans to address identified risks, implement new features and technologies, standardize and optimize existing technologies, establish and maintain baselines, and automate processes wherever possible to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Evaluate, recommend and implement appropriate security measures, including next-generation firewall features, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN, network segmentation/zero trust, multifactor and access control mechanisms
- Conduct firewall rule reviews, security audits, baseline and best practice compliance, forensic network investigation to support data transmission adherence and implement or oversee recommendations
- Support and manage network security solutions to protect the organization's infrastructure, applications, and data from cyber threats in accordance with regulatory and industry requirements, such as PCI DSS, SOX, NIST, ISO 27000 and HIPAA
- Evaluate vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, metrics and security audits to identify potential hardening opportunities and provide remediation recommendations and solutions
- Recommend and implement complex solutions and configuration changes within a large enterprise network in support of continuous security control maturity and risk reduction
- Participate in incident response and disaster recovery planning and testing
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure that network security controls are integrated with other systems, applications and comply with security standards
- Routinely perform audits and control tests on deployed technologies, collecting and consolidating indicators of performance, risks, trends and providing recommendations, baseline and regulatory compliance ratings
- Manage relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure that security services are timely delivered and implemented in alignment to security policies
- Collaborate on the development and documentation of security policies and procedures, training and awareness
- Provide guidance and training to peers on compliance and best practices
- Research design enhancements and identify automated solutions or best of breed technologies while assisting with integration tests with vendors
- Keep up-to-date with the latest threats and vulnerabilities, as well as relevant regulations and industry best practices, and implement recommendations to improve the organization's security posture and control maturity
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Must have 5+ years of relevant work experience required
OTHER/SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Extensive experience with security technologies, such as next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN, network segmentation, access control mechanisms, and security design, management, best practices, policy, standards in large 1000+ firewall environments
- Expertise in Checkpoint Firewall, CMA, Provider-1, Maestro, VSX/VSLS, CloudGuard
- Cisco Network Security Products & Technologies (i.e. Firepower, ASA, VPN, WSA, ISE, Stealthwatch, etc.)
- Strong understanding of network protocols, topologies, tools, subnetting and architectures
- Aptitude in Network Security Policy Management tools (Algosec, Tufin) and/or conducting risk assessments, firewall rule review, and security audits
- Strong knowledge of enterprise security technologies and processes (Zscaler, Advanced Threat Detection Tools, Antibot, Antimalware, Threat Emulation, SIEM, IDS/IPS, Network Packet Analysis, Netflow, etc.)
- Experience designing solutions for security standards and frameworks, such as HIPAA, SOX, PCI DSS, HITECH, ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Network Security Management Tools/Technologies (e.g: Splunk, Trustsec, segmentation, syslog, etc..)
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to guide and train junior engineers
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Relevant certifications from ISC2 (CISSP), GIAC (GISP), ISACA (CISA), Cisco Security or CompTIA are a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Position expectations are minimal supervision required due to design, service and support knowledge/skillsets
Position may require periodic after hours work and light travel at times with little notice
Position requires sitting for extended periods. In office requirement minimum 2 days per week.
Benefits
HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Senior Network Security Engineer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Network Security Engineer
Target employers with active H-1B filing histories
Large financial institutions, defense contractors, cloud providers, and managed security service providers file H-1B petitions for network security engineers regularly. Focusing your search on these employer types significantly increases your odds of finding genuine sponsorship.
Emphasize certifications alongside your degree
USCIS specialty occupation decisions weigh formal education heavily. Holding a CISSP, CCIE Security, or equivalent alongside your degree strengthens the argument that your role requires specialized knowledge, making your H-1B petition harder to challenge.
Clarify the sponsorship conversation early
Bring up visa sponsorship before the offer stage, ideally after a strong first interview. Asking early signals transparency and avoids wasted time if the employer has a firm no-sponsorship policy for that specific position or team.
Understand that specialty occupation approval depends on job duties
USCIS reviews the actual job description, not just the title. A Senior Network Security Engineer role with clearly defined technical duties, such as firewall architecture or zero-trust implementation, is far easier to approve than a vaguely written posting.
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Does a Senior Network Security Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in nearly all cases. USCIS consistently recognizes network security engineering as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, cybersecurity, or a closely related field. Approval becomes more straightforward when the job description specifies technical duties like intrusion detection architecture, VPN design, or security protocol implementation rather than broad IT management responsibilities.
Which visa types do Senior Network Security Engineers typically use for U.S. work authorization?
The H-1B is the most common path, but several alternatives apply depending on your background. Canadians and Mexicans can use the TN visa under the USMCA, which lists computer systems analysts as a qualifying category that USCIS has historically applied to security engineering roles. Australian citizens may pursue the E-3 visa. O-1A is available for engineers with documented extraordinary achievement. Each path has different employer filing requirements.
What degree does an employer need to document for my H-1B petition?
Your employer must establish that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, and that you hold that degree or its equivalent. For senior network security roles, computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, and electrical engineering degrees are the most defensible. If your degree is in an unrelated field, three years of qualifying work experience can substitute for each year of missing formal education, though this requires additional documentation.
How do I find Senior Network Security Engineer jobs where employers will actually sponsor visas?
The challenge isn't finding the job title, it's confirming the employer will sponsor. Migrate Mate curates listings from employers with verified sponsorship histories, which eliminates the guesswork of applying to companies that list roles but have no process for H-1B or E-3 petitions. Filtering by sponsorship willingness before applying saves weeks of effort on applications that go nowhere for visa-dependent candidates.
Does security clearance eligibility affect sponsorship for this role?
Yes, and it's one of the more significant practical complications. Some Senior Network Security Engineer roles, particularly in defense contracting and federal agency work, require or prefer U.S. security clearances. Nonimmigrants on H-1B or other temporary work visas are generally ineligible for clearances above the public trust level. If a posting emphasizes clearance eligibility, it often signals the role may not be available for visa-sponsored candidates regardless of technical qualifications.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Network Security Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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