Senior Network Engineer

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing operation of enterprise networking and security platforms, including LAN, WAN, wireless, telephony, multi-cloud networking (Azure and AWS), and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) architectures. This role requires deep expertise in Cisco networking, Palo Alto security platforms, SASE/SD-WAN, and public cloud networking services. The engineer ensures high availability, resiliency, scalability, and security while leading modernization initiatives that align network and security capabilities with business objectives.

AI-Enhanced Responsibilities 

• Leverage AI-driven analytics to proactively detect anomalies, predict failures, and optimize network performance across on-prem, cloud, and SASE environments.
• Implement AI-based security analytics for advanced threat detection, behavioral analysis, and automated response across firewall and SASE platforms.
• Use AI-assisted traffic analysis to optimize routing, bandwidth utilization, and application performance across hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.
• Integrate AI-powered automation to streamline configuration management, compliance validation, and change management.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network and security engineering.
• Preferred certifications: Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Palo Alto PCNSE, Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or Solutions Architect.
• Expert-level knowledge of: Cisco routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, QoS, VoIP, SIP, H.323).
• Palo Alto security technologies (App-ID, User-ID, Panorama, Threat Prevention).
• Azure and AWS networking architectures, including private connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect), hybrid routing, and cloud security controls.
• SASE and SD-WAN architectures, including secure web gateways, zero-trust access, identity-based policy enforcement, and cloud security services.
• Strong experience with Aruba Wireless, ClearPass, VPNs, and remote access solutions.
• Familiarity with network and security monitoring platforms (SolarWinds, Cisco DNA Center, Palo Alto Panorama, Azure Monitor, AWS CloudWatch).
• Proven troubleshooting, project execution, and executive-level communication skills.