Network Security Engineer 1

As a Network Security Engineer 1, you will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of network security infrastructure, while also assisting in the integration and management of loss prevention technologies such as cameras, NVRs, and related systems. This role is offered as hybrid in Seattle, WA, requiring in-office presence at the Nordstrom corporate headquarters a minimum of 3 days per week.

• Assist in the deployment, maintenance, and support of critical security systems, including firewalls, load balancers, VPN software, and other network security solutions.
• Support automation initiatives for security and surveillance systems, including endpoint deployment automation and process improvement.
• Assist in implementing observability tools to monitor and optimize the performance of security systems and surveillance technologies.
• Provide first-level support for incidents related to network security and loss prevention systems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure security systems and loss prevention technologies are reliable and cost-effective.
• Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation, including system configurations and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotations under the guidance of senior engineers to address operational needs.

• 2-4 years of experience in network security engineering or related technical roles.
• Familiarity with environments such as technology, e-commerce, or enterprise networks.
• Basic understanding of load balancer configurations and operations.
• Exposure to automation tools and frameworks, with a willingness to learn and expand capabilities.
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging platforms, with an interest in developing expertise.
• Interest or foundational knowledge in deploying and maintaining surveillance systems such as cameras and NVRs.
• Entry-level certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or equivalent are desirable but not required.