Junior Network Security Engineer

About Us NPO Torino is a specialized Digital Transformation company, recently acquired by the Fondo Italiano d'Investimento (Italian Investment Fund). With headquarters in Turin and operational presence in the United States and Brazil, we support companies in their technological evolution by combining consulting expertise with advanced IT solutions.

We offer services in cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI for business, FinOps, system integration, and IT governance. Our mission is to simplify digital complexity and transform it into strategic value for enterprises.

Role Description We are looking for a motivated Junior Network Security Engineer to join our Network & Security Business Unit. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a passionate professional who wants to build a career in network security, working alongside senior engineers on real-world enterprise infrastructure projects.

You will be exposed to leading security vendors — including Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Cisco, and F5 — gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, mentorship-driven environment.

Salary range: USD $18K - $24K.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of network security infrastructures under senior supervision.
• Assist in the configuration and monitoring of Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) from leading vendors.
• Perform log analysis, basic incident response, and escalation of security events.
• Help manage network security policies and firewall rule sets.
• Assist in documentation of network topologies, security configurations, and change management processes.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities for network connectivity and security issues.
• Contribute to system hardening tasks and vulnerability remediation.
• Collaborate with the team to support enterprise clients and grow your technical knowledge.

Technical Requirements Must-Have (Foundational Knowledge):

• Basic understanding of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting.
• Familiarity with firewall concepts and security policy management.
• Understanding of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL/TLS).
• Basic knowledge of at least one security vendor platform: Fortinet (FortiGate), Palo Alto Networks, Cisco (ASA/Firepower), or F5.
• Understanding of common security concepts: perimeter security, DMZ, NAT, access control lists.

Nice-to-Have (Advantageous)

• Hands-on lab or academic experience with Fortinet FortiGate or Palo Alto NGFW.
• Exposure to SASE or SD-WAN concepts.
• Basic scripting skills (Python, Bash) for automation tasks.
• Experience with network monitoring and log management tools.
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Education & Certifications Degree (or current enrollment) in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.

Preferred certifications (any of the following is a strong plus):

• Cisco: CCNA or CCNA Security.
• Fortinet: NSE 1 / NSE 2 / NSE 3 (free Fortinet NSE training available online).
• Palo Alto: PCCSE or completion of Palo Alto Networks EDU courses.
• CompTIA: Security+, Network+.
• Any vendor-neutral cybersecurity certification (e.g., CEH, eJPT).

Soft Skills & Personal Qualities

• Strong curiosity and passion for cybersecurity and technology.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic, fast-evolving field.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and structured thinking.
• Good communication skills in English (written and spoken).

Screening Questions

• To help us understand your background, please answer the following when applying:
• "What network security technologies have you worked with, even in a lab or academic setting? Describe a scenario you configured."
• "Which security certifications have you obtained or are currently pursuing?"
• "Why are you interested in a career in network security?"

What We Offer

• Competitive entry-level salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Structured onboarding and mentorship program with senior engineers.
• Paid training and certification plans (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco, F5 and more).
• Exposure to enterprise-grade, multi-vendor security environments.
• Corporate benefits: Welfare Plan, Smart Working flexibility.
• Clear career progression path toward Mid-Level and Senior roles.
• A collaborative, international work culture.