Senior Network Security Engineer

Senior Network Security Engineer

EmpiRx Health is the leading clinically-driven pharmacy benefits management company. As the pioneer in value-based pharmacy care, EmpiRx Health puts its customers and members first by enabling them to take control of their pharmacy benefits, healthcare outcomes, and financial results.

We place more emphasis on member care than any other PBM by focusing on health outcomes first. Our pharmacists and clinicians are at the center of everything we do―and our population health solution delivers tailored strategies for our clients. Leveraging our newly launched, AI-powered pharmacy care platform, Clinically , EmpiRx Health's pharmacists and client experience teams provide the highest quality pharmacy care to our clients and their members. This enables benefits plan sponsors to keep their members healthy, happy, and productive, while substantially reducing prescription drug spending, which has been on an explosive growth trajectory in recent years.

EmpiRx Health is experiencing a period of accelerated growth and platform expansion. We're seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage the security of our enterprise network infrastructure. This role will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems by protecting against threats, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to incidents. The engineer will collaborate with IT, application, and cloud teams to ensure security controls are seamlessly integrated across on-premise and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage network & network security solutions, including switches, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, proxies, and zero-trust frameworks.
• Significant experience with Azure networking services (NSGs, Vnets, etc)
• Monitor and analyze network traffic to detect anomalies, intrusions, and advanced persistent threats.
• Manage firewall policies, network segmentation, and secure connectivity across data centers, branches, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.).
• Remediate network security gaps found as part of vulnerability scans.
• Collaborate with IT and application teams to ensure secure architectures and compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI, HIPAA, SOX).
• Lead troubleshooting of complex network and security issues, performing root-cause analysis and permanent fixes.
• Automate repetitive security tasks and improve monitoring through scripting or security orchestration platforms.
• Participate in incident response, including containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving threats, emerging security technologies, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in network security engineering or similar role.
• Strong expertise in firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Check Point) and IDS/IPS systems.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, and secure network protocols.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, etc.).
• Knowledge of vulnerability management tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud networking and security controls (Azure/AWS).
• Relevant certifications preferred: CCNP Security, CISSP, CISM, Palo Alto PCNSE, or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional security team.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNP Security, CISSP, CISM, PCNSE, or equivalent.

Work Environment: Remote

Benefits and Perks

Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our family and LGBTQ-friendly benefits, which include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, with coverage for domestic partnerships.
• A 401K program to secure your financial future.
• Parental leave for childbirth and adoption.
• Student loan reimbursement.
• Additional perks include flexible PTO, hybrid and remote work arrangements, online wellness resources and counseling access, and bi-weekly "take a break" sessions.

EmpiRx Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At EmpiRx Health, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of diversity and the magic of inclusion. The kaleidoscope of unique perspectives, backgrounds, and talents fuels our innovation and sets us apart. We're on a mission to build a team as diverse as the world we serve, where everyone is welcome and celebrated. We're not just breaking down barriers; we're actively erasing them to create an environment where opportunity knows no bounds. In unity, we find our strength and invite individuals from all walks of life to join us in our exhilarating journey to shape a brighter, more inclusive future together.