Network Security Engineer

A Career with Point72’s Technology Team As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology team is constantly evolving our firm’s IT infrastructure and engineering capabilities, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We’re a team of experts who experiment and work to discover new ways to harness open-source solutions, modern cloud architectures, and sophisticated Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions, while embracing enterprise agile methodologies. Our commitment to building and innovating in the AI space provides the framework intended to drive smarter decision making and enhance how we build and operate our platforms and applications. As a member of Point72’s Technology team, we encourage and support your professional development from day one—helping you advance your technical skills, contribute innovative ideas, and satisfy your own intellectual curiosity—all while delivering real business impact for our multi-billion-dollar global business. What you’ll do Engineer resilient network security solutions that protect Point72’s global technology environment and support our firm’s investment teams Own the configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Palo Alto firewall infrastructure across enterprise and perimeter environments Design firewall policies that balance strong security controls with reliable connectivity for business-critical applications and users Troubleshoot complex network security issues through root-cause analysis, coordinated remediation, and clear communication with affected stakeholders Partner with infrastructure, application, and security teams to integrate network security requirements into new platforms and service deployments Strengthen network segmentation practices to reduce risk, improve visibility, and support secure connectivity across internal and external environments Monitor firewall performance and security posture to identify tuning opportunities, capacity needs, and policy improvements Develop clear operational documentation that supports consistent implementation, faster incident response, and effective knowledge sharing across the team Contribute to security assessments, remediation planning, and control validation for network infrastructure and related services What’s required Seven or more years of experience in network security engineering, network engineering, or infrastructure security within an enterprise technology environment Strong hands-on skills in Palo Alto firewall infrastructure, including configuration, troubleshooting, policy management, and operational support Experience designing and managing firewall rules, application-based controls, user-based controls, network address translation, and high-availability configurations Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, including routing, switching, segmentation, secure remote access, and internet perimeter security Experience investigating network security events, diagnosing connectivity issues, and driving timely remediation in production environments Ability to create and maintain accurate technical documentation for firewall configurations, support procedures, and network security standards Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently on complex technical issues Effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to engineering, security, and business stakeholders Commitment to the highest ethical standards We take care of our people We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide: Fully-paid health care benefits Generous parental and family leave policies Mental and physical wellness programs Volunteer opportunities Non-profit matching gift program Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community Tuition assistance A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more About Point72 Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry's brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people's long-term growth. For more information, visit https://point72.com