Senior Security Design Specialist

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Security Design Specialist to join the Network Security Operations (NSO) team in North Charleston, SC; Arlington, VA; Auburn, WA; Berkeley, MO; Chicago, IL; El Segundo, CA; Everett, WA; Huntington Beach, CA; Huntsville, AL; Long Beach, CA; Mesa, AZ; Oklahoma City, OK; Plano, TX; Renton, WA; Ridley Park, PA; San Antonio, TX; Seal Beach, CA; or Seattle, WA.

Boeing Information Technology (IT) is seeking a talented and innovative team member with a strong background in firewall technology and networking to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and implement enterprise-wide firewall solutions that enhance our capabilities as a company and drive our technology forward.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of networking technologies, architecture, and security, combined with proficiency in programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, Java, or C++. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust infrastructure to support firewall central management services’ performance and reliability.

If you are passionate about technology, eager to tackle complex challenges, and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to innovate and excel in the world of firewall and networking solutions. Join us in shaping the future of connectivity and reliability!

Position Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with other teams and stakeholders, Network Designers, Information Security, Corporate Communications and vendors to deliver solutions for the enterprise services

• Leads and performs the identification, analysis, and documentation of requirements for architecture, cost and security constraints and leads the design processes to those strategies implemented

• Develops and implements scalable, and secure firewall central management solutions

• Develops, implements, and maintains UserID infrastructure solutions

• Creates and document designs that conform to architectural and security standards to meet business requirements, using approved processes, and policies

• Provides Level 3 and 4 Incident/Problem Management support in preventative, proactive and reactive maintenance to meet service restoration and service availability objectives, using analytics, monitoring tools and automation

• Leads vendor and component research evaluations and recommendations to establish architectural direction and technical roadmaps

• Leads and performs implementation planning for tactical multi-technology insertion projects, using established project management methodologies for the purpose of controlling quality, costs, and adherence to the project plan

• Supports off shift, on call support on a rotational basis

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks Panorama solution

• 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls

• Experience with Palo Alto Network UserID implementations and captive portal

• Experience with network and software architecture

• Experience with network, IP addressing and IP network troubleshooting

• Experience with troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience configuring and managing Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama

• 5+ years of experience in cloud-based firewall deployments

• 5+ years of experience deploying and managing Palo Alto Networks UserID and captive portal

• 5+ years of experience in IT configuration management planning, change management, and configuration management auditing

• 3+ years of experience scripting using PowerShell, Python, Visual Basic, and/or C++

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $146,200 - $227,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 11, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.