Lead Engineer Network Security Operations

Lowe’s

Lead Engineer Network Security Operations

Posted 5 Hours Ago

Be an Early Applicant

Charlotte NC USA

Hybrid

Senior level

Consumer Web • eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Software • Analytics • App development

Curiosity wanted. Innovation required.

The Role

Lead Engineer responsible for architecting implementing and managing enterprise firewall and network security across datacenters and cloud (GCP/Azure). Duties include firewall policy design advanced troubleshooting RCA VPN and segmentation configuration compliance via change management and guiding secure network architectures to meet regulatory standards.

Summary Generated by Built In

Innovate in Charlotte
Thank you for dedicating your time and talent to Lowe's. We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow so if you find a position you're interested in below we encourage you to apply!
Job Summary
The Lead Engineer Information Security is a senior-level role responsible for architecting implementing managing and optimizing enterprise firewall and network security solutions across on-premises datacenters and cloud environments. This position provides technical leadership in firewall governance advanced troubleshooting policy management and incident response. The engineer will also ensure compliance through structured change management (CRQ) and continuous improvement of security controls.
To be successful the individual in this role must have advanced knowledge of network security principles including firewall policy management zero trust network segmentation and IoT device security. This role serves as a technical expert for project teams that establish and maintain secure network environments that enable the business to operate efficiently while meeting regulatory and industry security standards.
Key Responsibilities

Design configure and maintain enterprise firewalls including Palo Alto Networks Fortinet FortiGate Cisco
Lead the deployment and optimization of firewall policies NAT rules security zones segmentation and VPN configurations.
Manage firewall operations for both on-premises datacenters and multi-cloud environments.
Provide expert-level troubleshooting of datacenter network and security issues involving firewalls routing switching VPNs load balancers and connectivity failures.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement long-term corrective actions for recurring problems.
Develop review and optimize firewall policies to ensure high security minimal risk and compliance with organizational standards.
Implement and manage network security controls in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) including VPC firewall rules Cloud Armor and service perimeter configurations.
Configure and maintain Azure Firewall NSGs ASGs UDRs and other cloud-native security controls.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Computer Science CIS Engineering Cybersecurity or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement if applicable
7 years Experience in technology system support software development or a related field
5 years Experience with information security applications and systems
4 years Experience evaluating complex application and hosting environments to identify potential weaknesses and provide remediation plans to reduce risk
5 years Experiencing designing complex application and infrastructure systems

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree Computer Science CIS Business Administration or related field
6 years Experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of solutions applying development life cycles (SDLC)
4 years Experience designing application pipelines with secure configuration parameters to remove or reduce known threat vectors
5 years Experience working with diverse application and infrastructure environments to identify and provide technical guidance on threat reduction at both the application and supporting infrastructure layer

Benefits

401k with up to 4.25% match
Bi-annual Cash Bonus
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)
Tuition-Free Education
10-week Maternity/Parental Leave
10% Associate Discount

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits .

About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300000 associates and operates over 1750 home improvement stores 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville N.C. Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe affordable housing improving community spaces helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race color religious creed sex gender age ancestry national origin mental or physical disability or medical condition sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status military or veteran status genetic information or any other category protected under federal state or local law.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science CIS Engineering Cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent experience)
7 years experience in technology system support software development or related field
5 years experience with information security applications and systems
4 years experience evaluating complex application and hosting environments to identify weaknesses and provide remediation plans
5 years experience designing complex application and infrastructure systems
Advanced knowledge of network security principles including firewall policy management zero trust segmentation and IoT device security
Experience designing configuring and maintaining enterprise firewalls (Palo Alto Networks Fortinet FortiGate Cisco)
Experience implementing and managing GCP network security (VPC firewall rules Cloud Armor service perimeter)
Experience configuring and maintaining Azure Firewall NSGs ASGs UDRs
Preferred: Master's degree in Computer Science CIS Business Administration or related field
Preferred: 6 years experience on projects involving implementation of solutions applying SDLC
Preferred: 4 years designing application pipelines with secure configuration parameters
Preferred: 5 years working with diverse application and infrastructure environments to provide threat reduction guidance

What the Team is Saying

Lowe’s Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Inclusive Benefits Coverage—Medical dental and vision plans are available to regular full‑time and part‑time associates with mental‑health/EAP resources included. Extending core health coverage to part‑timers broadens access across the workforce.
Retirement Support—A 401(k) with company match up to 4.25% when contributing 6% supports associate retirement savings. Availability spans regular full‑time and part‑time roles per company materials.
Equity Value & Accessibility—An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% purchase discount provides accessible ownership for associates. This adds a meaningful equity component alongside core pay and savings benefits.

Learn more about Lowe’s's Compensation & Benefits →

Lowe’s Insights

What's It Like to Work at Lowe’s? Lowe’s Culture & Values Lowe’s Career Growth & Development What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Lowe’s? Lowe’s Leadership & Management Lowe’s Company Growth Stability & Outlook

View all jobs at Lowe’s

View Lowe’s Profile

Report Job

Am I A Good Fit?

beta

Get Personalized Job Insights.

Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company

HQ: Mooresville NC

300000 Employees

Year Founded: 1921

What We Do

It’s curious to think of innovation and stability co-existing. But we pair a 100-year track record of success with a hunger to do things differently. Everyone is in the work — tackling complex problems where your impact can build back or build up the communities we serve. We fill our halls with curious minds from all walks of life. Our differences make us stronger which is why our leaders build cultures of recognition and inclusion. You are heard and your curiosities are celebrated and championed here.

Why Work With Us

We have built a space where the curious can move freely. Up in title up in skills to the side with teams or back to try something completely new. We help you find your path — because when you win we all win.