L2 Network Security Engineer - Routing & Switching

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We are seeking a Network & Security EngineerL2 with deep technical expertise in routing, switching, wireless technologies, and network security.The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Cisco Routing& Switching, Arista Routing& Switching, Palo Alto security platforms, along with a strong background in design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex network environments.This role demands advanced problem-solving skills, leadership in technical strategy, and the ability to drive secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical authority and escalation point for all networking and security-related matters.
  • Lead the design and architecture of enterprise network infrastructure including LAN/WAN/WLAN and security zones.
  • Implement and manage routing and switching solutions using enterprise-grade technologies (e.g., Cisco, Arista).
  • Design, deploy, and manage secure wireless networks, ensuring optimal performance and security compliance.
  • Configure and maintain advanced security platforms, including Palo Alto Networks NGFW.
  • Lead and perform end-to-end troubleshooting for complex issues across L2-L7.
  • Develop and enforce network security policies, segmentation strategies, ACLs, and threat prevention mechanisms.
  • Guide network/security operations in incident response, root cause analysis, and preventive action planning.
  • Provide strategic input on network modernization, capacity planning, and technology evaluations.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and runbooks.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with project teams, security operations, and infrastructure leads.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Deep expertise in routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and switching technologies (VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, QoS).
  • Strong hands-on experience with enterprise wireless infrastructure (e.g., Cisco, Arista).
  • Extensive knowledge of firewall configuration and administration:
  • Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS and Panorama).
  • In-depth understanding of network and security design principles, segmentation, and best practices.
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex enterprise networks.
  • Strong background in VPN technologies, NAT, ACLs, IPS/IDS, and layer 7 inspection.
  • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and performance tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, Splunk).

Preferred Certifications

  • CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise or Security).
  • Any relevant cloud networking certifications (AWS, Azure) are a plus.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, or a related field.
  • Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong documentation and presentation abilities.
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on problem prevention and system optimization.
  • Ability to lead and mentor technical teams in high-pressure situations.
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