Senior IT Security and Network Engineer

Company Description

Who We Are

AIR Communities is one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality properties in most major markets. At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

We seek motivated professionals who excel in customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us!

Job Description

AIR Communities is seeking a seasoned Senior IT Security & Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and protection of our enterprise network infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring secure, reliable connectivity across our real estate portfolio, including office buildings, and multifamily properties. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in networking and cybersecurity, along with experience supporting distributed environments typical of the REIT industry ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems. Job expectations include executing on engineering initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams, solving complex issues within AIR Communities’ network footprint, and mentoring/managing team members. Tune existing technologies to integrate the latest threat intelligence and develop requirements for new operational counter-measures and their deployment.

Where You Will Work 

This position is located at our corporate office in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. 

What You Will Do

Network Engineering

• Architect and maintain scalable, secure network infrastructure across corporate offices and property sites (LAN/WAN/VPN/cloud).
• Lead network upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization initiatives.
• Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers and wireless access points across multiple locations
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness across network systems.

IT Security

• Develop and enforce security policies for both enterprise and property-level systems.
• Monitor, identify and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats.
• Manage security tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and SIEM platforms.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, compliance audits, validate scan results for accuracy and completeness and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrate application security scanning subject matter expertise across system, application, container, and cloud workloads.
• Maintain and update application security processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure secure application and system deployments.

Core Infrastructure Management and monitoring

• Administer and maintain physical and virtual servers supporting enterprise operations.
• Ensure server performance, patching, backups, and availability.
• Support Windows and Linux server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and file services.
• Manage core infrastructure components such as identity services, storage systems, virtualization platforms, and backup solutions.
• Implement server hardening and security best practices.
• Manage and enhance infrastructure monitoring tools to ensure system health and performance.
• Monitor network, server, and application metrics to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to optimize monitoring strategies.
• Preferred experience with Arctic Wolf or similar managed detection and response (MDR) platforms

Leadership & Strategy

• Coach less experienced engineers and contribute to team development.
• Advise leadership on emerging threats and technology trends.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance network and security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network engineering and cybersecurity.
• Expertise in TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and VPN technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Sentinel, QRadar), and endpoint protection.
• Strong understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, and other security frameworks.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCNP Security, CISM, or CEH preferred

​​​​​​​Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud networking and security (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• MCP/MCSA/MCSE or AZ-104/AZ-305/AZ-500 certifications.
• Experience with PBX/VoIP
• Scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and identity management solutions.

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance including:

• Expected pay range of $108,000 - $173,000 base salary plus annual target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 05/27/2025. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.