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Job Title: VMware NSX Security Engineer Location: 100%Remote Duration: 12+ months contract Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled VMware NSX Security Engineer/Architect (vDefend) to design, implement, and manage advanced network security solutions within VMware private cloud environments. This role will focus on securing workloads through micro-segmentation, firewalling, threat detection, and malware prevention using VMware NSX and vDefend security services. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on expertise with NSX security components and a strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and zero-trust principles. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement NSX Distributed Firewall (DFW) architectures and manage security policies across enterprise environments. • Configure and administer NSX Gateway Firewall for north-south traffic protection. • Develop and execute micro-segmentation strategies to enforce Zero Trust security models. • Deploy, tune, and maintain NSX IDS/IPS for real-time threat detection and prevention. • Implement and manage NSX Malware Prevention and Network Detection & Response (NDR) capabilities. • Lead security policy migration from legacy firewall platforms to NSX and perform rule optimization and cleanup. • Conduct security assessments and recommend improvements to enhance overall network security posture. • Troubleshoot complex security issues related to firewalling, segmentation, and threat detection. • Produce technical documentation, security architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks. • Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and security teams to deliver compliant and resilient solutions. Required Skills & Experience • Strong hands-on experience with VMware NSX Security / vDefend solutions. PROVEN EXPERTISE IN: • NSX Distributed Firewall (DFW) design and policy management • Gateway Firewall configuration • Micro-segmentation strategy and implementation • NSX IDS/IPS deployment and tuning • NSX Malware Prevention and Network Detection & Response (NDR) • Security policy migration and firewall rule optimization • Solid understanding of enterprise security concepts: Zero Trust, segmentation, threat detection, and compliance. • Advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization skills. Certifications (Required / Preferred) • VMware Certified Professional – Private Cloud Security Administrator (VCP-PCS) or equivalent. • VCAP-NV+(or VCIX-NV) preferred. • Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar are a plus.