Senior Network Engineer

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (Palo Alto / Meraki / Security Operations) – Remote

Duration: 12+ Months

Rate: DOE

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage a secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise network infrastructure. This role will focus on Layer 3 and Layer 2 networking, advanced firewall management, and security operations , leveraging Palo Alto Networks and Cisco Meraki technologies .

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network security architecture, centralized management, and log analytics , ensuring resiliency, visibility, and compliance across the enterprise environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring the organization''s network infrastructure is secure, reliable, and future-ready .

Network Architecture & Operations

· Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure:

o Layer 3 routing and security using Palo Alto firewalls

o Layer 2 switching and access networks using Cisco Meraki

· Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of network services.

· Manage routing protocols, VLAN segmentation, NAT, VPNs, and traffic flows across distributed environments.

· Troubleshoot complex network issues across LAN, WAN, and cloud environments.

Firewall & Security Management

· Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls for:

o Policy enforcement

o Threat prevention

o Application and user-based controls

· Administer and optimize Panorama centralized management for:

o Policy standardization

o Configuration consistency

o Device lifecycle management

· Implement and maintain network segmentation and Zero Trust security principles .

Monitoring, Logging & Analytics

· Manage and analyze logs using:

o Cortex Data Lake (CDL)

o Sumo Logic for aggregation, monitoring, and alerting

· Develop dashboards, alerts, and reports for:

o Network performance

o Security incidents

o Compliance requirements

· Perform proactive monitoring and incident response to minimize downtime and security risk.

Cloud & Network Integration

· Support hybrid and cloud connectivity models, including:

o VPNs and secure tunnels

o SaaS and cloud service integrations

· Collaborate with security and identity teams to integrate network controls with IAM and Zero Trust frameworks.

Automation & Optimization

· Identify opportunities to automate network provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring.

· Utilize APIs, scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell), and infrastructure-as-code approaches where applicable.

· Continuously improve network performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Collaboration & Leadership

· Partner with cross-functional teams, including security, cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams .

· Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

· Act as an escalation point for complex network and security incidents.

Documentation & Compliance

· Maintain accurate network diagrams, configurations, and technical documentation.

· Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and runbooks.

· Support audits and ensure adherence to security and compliance standards .

Required Qualifications

· 7–10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering

· Deep expertise in:

o Palo Alto Networks firewalls (L3 operations)

o Cisco Meraki switching (L2 environments)

· Strong hands-on experience with:

o Panorama centralized management

o Cortex Data Lake and Sumo Logic

· Solid understanding of:

o TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, NAT

o VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)

o Network segmentation and security best practices

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with Zero Trust architectures

· Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform)

· Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

· Experience with SD-WAN or secure access service edge (SASE)

· Relevant certifications:

o Palo Alto (PCNSE, PCNSA)

o Cisco (CCNP, CCIE)

o Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+ )