Technical Lead - Network Security

17th August, 2026

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Lead – Network Security to join our Managed Security Engineering team. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems, leading technical outcomes, and acting as a trusted advisor to customers.

You’ll be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimisation of enterprise-grade network security solutions, while also mentoring engineers and contributing to continuous improvement across the practice.

What You’ll Do

• Provide expert-level (Level 4) support across network security platforms including Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Netskope
• Lead complex incident resolution, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
• Design and implement secure network architectures aligned to industry best practices
• Deliver advanced configuration, optimisation, and performance tuning
• Conduct security assessments and provide risk mitigation recommendations
• Automate and improve operational workflows using DevOps-aligned practices
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers in consulting-style engagements
• Mentor and coach engineers, lifting capability across the team
• Ensure adherence to ITIL-aligned incident, change, and problem management processes

What You'll Bring

• 6+ years’ experience in security engineering or operations, ideally within an MSP or complex enterprise environment
• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer and/or Technical Lead
• Strong client-facing and consulting experience
• Deep hands-on experience with:
• Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, HA, VPNs, SD-WAN, Threat Protection) - REQUIRED
• Palo Alto Networks (NGFW, Panorama, GlobalProtect, WildFire) - Good to have
• Netskope (SWG, CASB, Zero Trust, DLP) - Good to have
• Experience integrating security platforms with SIEM solutions
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Qualifications (desirable)

• Tertiary qualification in IT, Cyber Security, or a related discipline
• Relevant vendor certifications (e.g. Fortinet NSE, PCNSE, Netskope)
• ITIL Foundation certification

Why this role

• Senior, influential technical role with real autonomy
• Mix of deep technical work and customer-facing consulting
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape security outcomes

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