Network & Security Engineer

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a Network & Security Engineer to join our client’s team, supporting network and security operations across its sites overseas. In this role, you will plan, propose, design, and implement network and security solutions, while coordinating effectively between teams in Japan and overseas.

On a given day, a Network & Security Engineer will:

• Evaluate the network and security requirements of each of our client’s overseas sites and recommend solutions that meet their specific needs.
• Design network and security architecture, then lead implementation in coordination with local IS teams and external vendors.
• Join regular meetings with IS representatives at overseas sites, serving as the link between Japan and the local IS teams in technical discussions.
• Handle daily correspondence with overseas stakeholders, covering everything from technical inquiries to project coordination.
• Prepare technical documentation, proposals, and materials in for internal and client use.
• Monitor network performance and security alerts, troubleshoot issues, and support incident response across overseas sites.
• Plan and carry out scheduled maintenance, such as firmware updates, patching, and firewall policy reviews, to keep systems secure and up to date.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, preferably in an enterprise environment
• Relevant certifications in Networking and/or Cybersecurity, such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet FCP certifications, are considered a plus.
• Hands-on experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Practical experience with common enterprise networking and security platforms, such as firewalls, VPNs, and routing and switching equipment from major vendors (for example Cisco, Palo Alto, or Fortinet), or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of core networking protocols and concepts, such as TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and routing and switching fundamentals.
• Business-level Japanese and English, with the ability to communicate technical concepts and collaborate effectively with teams in both languages.

Benefits

Benefits

Why Join MTC? The Opportunity

At MTC, we invest in our people as much as we do in technology. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build something extraordinary. By joining us, you can expect:

• To Shape a Global Culture: Play a pivotal role in defining the people-centric culture of a rapidly growing global technology company from the ground up.
• To Make a Global Impact: Work at the exciting intersection of cultures and innovation, directly supporting digital transformation projects for world-renowned clients.
• To Accelerate Your Growth: Gain exposure to international teams, cutting-edge technologies, and endless opportunities for professional development.
• A Dynamic & Inclusive Team: Join a collaborative environment where new ideas are celebrated, and your contributions truly matter.
• Competitive Rewards: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package in a company poised for long-term global growth. We are a remote-first, flexible work hours company.

Employment Conditions

• Employment Type: Fixed term contract through MTC. This is a contingent worker assignment, so you will remain an MTC employee throughout the engagement.
• Contract Duration: Initial one year contract with potential for extension based on business needs and performance.
• Location : Primarily onsite at our client’s Sakae Office, near Hisaya Odori Station, Nagoya.
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience and skillset (details shared during the interview process).
• Working Hours: 8:45 to 17:45.
• Additional Hours: Approximately 2 to 3 weekend or night maintenance activities per month, compensated under separate overtime, weekend, and late night rates.
• Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, and Japanese public holidays. Annual paid leave and special leave also provided.
• Insurance: Employment insurance, health insurance, employees’ pension insurance, workers’ accident compensation insurance.
• Smoking Policy: No smoking indoors in principle.

Learn more about MTC 👉 https://www.morotechnologycorp.com