Senior VMware Network & Security Engineer (vDefend / NSX)
Overview We need Senior Network & Security Engineers with deep VMware NSX and vDefend expertise to support zero-trust private cloud security implementations within VCF environments. You will be embedded in enterprise client engagements delivering micro-segmentation, firewall policy, and lateral security architecture.
Responsibilities
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Design and implement vDefend Distributed Firewall, IDS/IPS policies within VCF environments
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Build and manage micro-segmentation and zero-trust security frameworks
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Integrate vDefend with VKS/Kubernetes workloads using Antrea
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Support east-west traffic policy, firewall rule analysis, and security posture reporting
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Collaborate with VCF infrastructure engineers on unified platform delivery
Required Skills
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10+ years data center experience with strong network/security focus
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vDefend (NSX Distributed Firewall, IDS/IPS)
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NSX-T micro-segmentation and zero-trust architecture
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VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5.x / 9.0)
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VMware certifications required
Bonus
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vDefend or NSX Advanced certification
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Ansible or Python for security automation
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Experience securing Kubernetes/VKS workloads
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Former VMware or Broadcom employee
Work Details
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100% remote | Central or Eastern time zone preferred
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~40 hrs/week across 1–2 end clients | Through EOY, extendable
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US Citizen required | 10-year background check
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Must not be active on another Broadcom credit engagement
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No CA or NY residents unless LLC registered in another state
Requirements:
Required Skills
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10+ years data center experience with strong network/security focus
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vDefend (NSX Distributed Firewall, IDS/IPS)
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NSX-T micro-segmentation and zero-trust architecture
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VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5.x / 9.0)
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VMware certifications required
