Sr. Network Security Automation Engineer

As a Senior Security Platform AI Automation Engineer, you will shape the future of firewall services across a global enterprise by leading AI-driven automation initiatives that improve security operations, accelerate delivery, and enable business growth. You'll help transform how FortiGate and Palo Alto environments are managed at scale while building next-generation capabilities that reduce manual effort and improve operational performance.

As we continue to scale, this role will be the key driver in reducing manual work, dramatically improving delivery speed, and building intelligent ai & automation capabilities.

Our Team

The Firewall Services team in Koch Technologies Infrastructure is responsible for enterprise Palo Alto (perimeter) and FortiGate (PCN/OT) firewalls across global Koch operations. We are a collaborative, high-performing team focused on automation, AI transformation, and supporting major business growth under Principle Based Management.

This role can be located in Wichita, KS / Atlanta, GA / Plano, TX, and requires an in office presence with flexibility.

This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise automation solutions using Python, Ansible, and Terraform for FortiGate and Palo Alto firewall platforms (Panorama and FortiManager).
• Lead implementation of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) tools for automated rule auditing, optimization, cleanup, and anomaly detection.
• Create and manage reusable templates and workflows to accelerate large-scale firewall projects, including acquisitions and new site deployments.
• Partner with the Firewall Tech Lead and regional teams to drive adoption of automation across Process Control Networks (PCN) and perimeter environments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that accelerate firewall service delivery, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the user experience.
• Collaborate on building a scalable, AI-native firewall service that supports Koch Technologies’ long-term growth objectives.

• Demonstrated experience in network security engineering with strong hands-on expertise in FortiGate and/or Palo Alto firewalls.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining automation scripts and applications (Python, Ansible, REST APIs, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience implementing automation and AI solutions in a security or firewall environment.
• Strong understanding of firewall management platforms (Panorama, FortiManager).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial (PCN/OT) environments.
• Knowledge of SD-WAN, ITAR compliance, or large-scale global deployments.
• Prior experience with rule optimization tools (e.g., Tufin, FireMon, or similar).

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

Koch creates and innovates a wide spectrum of products and services that make life better. Our work spans a vast number of industries across the world, including engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, electronics and many more. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Koch employs about 120,000 employees across the globe.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).