Lead Network Engineer

Responsibilities

Administer and configure the Palo Alto platform, including advanced troubleshooting, security policy management, and integration with other network security tools

Maintain efficient and dependable network operations across large-scale, multi-site environments using dynamic network protocols

Design, implement, and optimize complex network topologies covering branch office connectivity, data centers, and cloud service providers

Deliver and support cloud networking solutions across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

Improve network automation and deployment workflows using automation pipelines and tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or custom scripts

Enforce network security best practices, including firewall configuration, VPN setup, intrusion detection/prevention, and vulnerability management

Handle incidents, outages, and disaster recovery activities as part of on-call rotations

Lead network projects end to end, ensuring on-time delivery while staying within budget constraints

Analyze and fix network performance bottlenecks to improve throughput and reduce latency across global infrastructures

Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to support project delivery and technical implementation

Requirements

Proven hands-on experience with Palo Alto platform administration, including security policy management and troubleshooting (5+ years)

Strong proficiency with dynamic network protocols, including BGP, EVPN, and VXLAN

Solid understanding of global network architecture across branch connectivity, data centers, and cloud service providers

Working knowledge of cloud networking platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

Practical experience building automation pipelines using Ansible, Terraform, and custom scripts

Deep understanding of network security best practices, including firewall configuration, VPN setup, and intrusion detection/prevention

Demonstrated background handling incidents, outages, and disaster recovery processes

Proven track record of project leadership with on-time delivery and strong documentation

Ability to identify and resolve network performance bottlenecks to increase throughput and reduce latency

Experience coordinating and managing vendors and stakeholders

English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher

We offer

International projects with top brands

Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers

Healthcare benefits

Employee financial programs

Paid time off and sick leave

Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses

Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses

Global career opportunities

Volunteer and community involvement opportunities

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