Network Architect (security)

1. Palo Alto firewall or security (Must have)
2. SD-WAN - Cisco
3. Networking

4. Communication skills

Top skills:

Deep expertise in BGP routing and network design

Strong hands-on experience with:

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)

Senior Network Engineer Cloud & Enterprise Networking

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Lead design and implementation of enterprise and cloud networking architectures (Azure, AWS, hybrid)

• Develop and execute network consolidation strategies across multiple environments and business units

• Architect secure, scalable connectivity patterns including:

• Site-to-site and client VPNs

• SD-WAN deployments

• Cloud transit hubs and hub/spoke models

• Define standards for routing, segmentation, and high availability

• Cloud Networking

• Design and manage networking in Azure and familiarity AWS, and Google Cloud Platform.

Implement and maintain:

• Virtual networks (VNets/VPCs)

• Peering and private connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect)

• Network security controls (NSGs, firewalls, routing tables)

• Integrate on-prem and cloud environments.

• Routing & Core Networking

Design and troubleshoot complex routing environments using:

• BGP, OSPF/EIGRP

• Optimize routing policies for performance, failover, and traffic engineering

• Lead troubleshooting of latency, packet loss, and asymmetric routing issues

• Security & Firewalls

Manage next-gen firewall solutions, primarily:

• Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama)

• Define and enforce security policies, NAT, and segmentation strategies

• Partner with security teams on threat mitigation and compliance requirements

• SD-WAN & Branch Networking

Design and support SD-WAN solutions using:

• Cisco Viptela / Cisco SD-WAN

• Manage and optimize branch networking using:

• Cisco Meraki (full stack: MX, MS, MR)

• Ensure consistent policy, performance, and visibility across all sites

• Carrier & Vendor Management

• Act as primary technical liaison with telecom carriers and ISPs

• Lead troubleshooting of circuit issues (latency, outages, routing anomalies)

• Validate and design circuit turn-ups (DIA, MPLS, broadband, LTE/5G)

• Coordinate with vendors during deployments, escalations, and outages

• Operations & Leadership

• Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for network-related incidents

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance

• Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and runbooks

• Participate in on-call rotation as needed

• Years of experience 15+

• Deep expertise in BGP routing and network design

• Strong hands-on experience with:

• Palo Alto Networks firewalls

• Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)

• Cisco Meraki full stack

• Proven experience designing and implementing cloud networking architectures

• Strong troubleshooting skills across routing, firewall, and connectivity domains

• Experience working directly with telecom carriers and ISPs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

• Multi-tenant or multi-environment network consolidation

• Certifications (preferred but not required):

• CCNP/CCIE

• PCNSE (Palo Alto)

• Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)

• AWS Advanced Networking Specialty