{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"31a5b2ac8b2346d058b6c60b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/31a5b2ac8b2346d058b6c60b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/31a5b2ac8b2346d058b6c60b","title":"Vmware NSX Security Engineer","description":"CONTRACT ROLE*****CONTRACT ROLE*****CONTRACT ROLE*****Role : Vmware NSX Security EngineerLocation : Spring TXJob DescriptionVmware NSX Security EngineerVMware Ecosystem: Deep hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and comprehensive NSX-T/NSX architecture.Core Networking Protocols: Expert-level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, Geneve/VXLAN overlay encapsulation, VLANs, and TCP/IP stackRole Descriptions: VMware NSX Security Engineer / AdministratorJob SummaryThe NSX Security Engineer is responsible for the architecture| deployment| configuration| and day-to-day administration of network virtualization and security policies within our VMware infrastructure.This role bridges the gap between traditional networking| cloud infrastructure| and cybersecurity.The primary objective is to enforce a zero-trust network posture by configuring advanced logical routing| distributed firewalls| and micro-segmentation strategies across hybrid cloud workloads.Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Architecture & Micro-segmentation: Design and enforce granular distributed firewall (DFW) and Gateway Firewall rules. Isolate virtual machines and applications to prevent lateral \"east-west\" threat propagation.Network Virtualization Management: Deploy and manage logical switching| tier-0/tier-1 routing| distributed load balancers| and VPNs within VMware NSX environments.Lifecycle Management: Handle regular maintenance| component scaling| software upgrades| patches| and configurations of NSX Managers| Edge Nodes| and Transport Nodes.Infrastructure Automation: Develop infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and automation scripts to streamline security rule deployment and ensure consistent disaster recovery readiness.Monitoring & Log Analysis: Audit infrastructure health| capacity| and security event logs utilizing tools like VMware Aria Operations (formerly vRealize)| Network Insight| or third-party SIEM platforms like Splunk.Cross-Team Collaboration: Work alongside systems engineers| traditional network administrators| and the Security Operations Center (SOC) to troubleshoot physical-to-virtual network overlays.Incident Response Support: Assist security incident teams by performing deep-packet inspection| tracing network flows| and applying emergency isolation rules during an active breach.Technical Requirements & Skills VMware Ecosystem: Deep hands-on experience with VMware vSphere| ESXi| vCenter| and comprehensive NSX-T/NSX architecture.Core Networking Protocols: Expert-level knowledge of BGP| OSPF| Geneve/VXLAN overlay encapsulation| VLANs| and TCP/IP stack.Firewalling & Security: Strong understanding of Layer 4-7 firewall rules| intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)| and zero-trust concepts.Automation/Scripting: Proficiency with PowerShell/PowerCLI| Python| Terraform| or interacting directly with NSX REST APIs.Third-Party Integration: Familiarity with integrating NSX with physical next-gen firewalls (e.g.| Palo Alto Networks| Check Point) or cloud networking environments like AWS and Azure.Preferred Certifications VMware Certified Professional Network Virtualization (VCP-NV)VMware Certified Advanced Professional Network Virtualization (VCAP-NV Design or Deploy)Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Professional (CCNP) [1| 2]Note : If you are interested please share me your resumes to Dhamu@vmcsofttech.com or else reach me at 4804076920.","company":"VMC Soft Technologies","rawCompany":"vmc soft technologies","city":"Spring","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T08:18:42.893Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Vmware NSX Security Engineer","description":"CONTRACT ROLE*****CONTRACT ROLE*****CONTRACT ROLE*****Role : Vmware NSX Security EngineerLocation : Spring TXJob DescriptionVmware NSX Security EngineerVMware Ecosystem: Deep hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, and comprehensive NSX-T/NSX architecture.Core Networking Protocols: Expert-level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, Geneve/VXLAN overlay encapsulation, VLANs, and TCP/IP stackRole Descriptions: VMware NSX Security Engineer / AdministratorJob SummaryThe NSX Security Engineer is responsible for the architecture| deployment| configuration| and day-to-day administration of network virtualization and security policies within our VMware infrastructure.This role bridges the gap between traditional networking| cloud infrastructure| and cybersecurity.The primary objective is to enforce a zero-trust network posture by configuring advanced logical routing| distributed firewalls| and micro-segmentation strategies across hybrid cloud workloads.Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Architecture & Micro-segmentation: Design and enforce granular distributed firewall (DFW) and Gateway Firewall rules. 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