Network Engineer

Job Summary:
We are looking for a seasoned Network Engineer with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks security platforms to take a lead role in designing and managing enterprise network security infrastructure. This position requires a highly technical professional with strong leadership capabilities, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to align technical strategies with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Network Security Architecture: Design, deploy, and maintain advanced network infrastructure solutions using Palo Alto firewalls and security technologies.
Security Policy Management: Develop and maintain security rules, NAT policies, site-to-site and remote-access VPNs, and enforce network segmentation within the Palo Alto ecosystem.
Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Continuously monitor network and firewall performance, proactively identify issues, and drive swift resolution to ensure availability and efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with IT, security, and application teams to integrate firewall and security solutions into broader infrastructure and cloud environments (mandatory).
Compliance & Best Practices: Implement and maintain compliance with security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, CIS benchmarks), ensuring robust protection against internal and external threats.
Documentation & Standards: Maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, topologies, change management, and standard operating procedures (mandatory).
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders to align business requirements with technical design, resolve conflicts, and drive projects forward (mandatory).
Mentorship & Support: Provide expert-level support and knowledge transfer to internal teams and clients, particularly around Palo Alto firewalls deployments and operations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
7+ years of progressive experience in network engineering with a strong concentration on Palo Alto firewalls.
Proven experience in Palo Alto firewall design, implementation, and lifecycle management in large enterprise environments.
Solid understanding of networking protocols and services including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPsec, SSL VPN, and routing protocols.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills (mandatory).
Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive resolution of conflicting requirements (mandatory).
Deep knowledge of cybersecurity principles, firewall rule management, and threat prevention technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).
Experience with other firewall platforms such as Cisco ASA, Fortinet, or Check Point.
Familiarity with cloud networking and security practices, particularly within AWS environments.
Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, REST API integrations).