Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineer

Location: Columbia, Md

Salary: $102,000 - $104,000 Per Year

Who Are We?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world.  Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.”  People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What Can Shimadzu Offer You?

• Our Culture – A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation – Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits – Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth – Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits – Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance – Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education – Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks – Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility – Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement – Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one’s career and personal development

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join our Information Technology team. This role is central to designing, protecting, and optimizing enterprise-wide infrastructure across the U.S., ensuring performance and security in support of mission-critical operations. You will serve as a hands-on SME in enterprise networking, cybersecurity, and identity/access management. The ideal candidate will bring depth in Cisco technologies, Microsoft Azure, endpoint protection, and compliance frameworks (NIST, CMMC). You’ll collaborate across teams, solve complex technical challenges, and play a critical role in both daily operations and long-range infrastructure planning.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Configure, implement, and manage LAN/WAN systems, firewalls, NAC, and intrusion detection/prevention solutions.
• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities, performance issues, and external threats; respond with appropriate remediation.
• Support incident response, forensic analysis, and root cause remediation.
• Partner with leadership to align infrastructure decisions with risk management and compliance (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC 2.0, JSOX).
• Develop and maintain documentation for operations, DR planning, and audit readiness.
• Lead or contribute to projects involving network upgrades, cloud migrations, and vendor integrations.
• Mentor junior staff and serve as a technical resource to cross-functional partners.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors and vendors as needed.

Education And Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in networking and cybersecurity roles.
• Proficiency with Cisco firewalls, routers, switches, and Microsoft Intune/Azure/AD.
• Working knowledge of security protocols, scripting (PowerShell), and Microsoft 365.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171, CIS Controls, and CMMC 2.0.
• Certifications such as CCNA, Microsoft Azure, or other cybersecurity credentials are strongly preferred.

At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment.

Compensation & Benefits:

This full-time, exempt position comes with a comprehensive benefits package. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 paid scheduled holidays and 3 paid floating holidays (Residents of California and Puerto Rico will receive state-mandated sick leave instead of personal days). After one year of employment, you will also be eligible for a generous short-term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums.

The starting salary range for this role is $102,000 to $104,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

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Eeo Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.