Role Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an accomplished
Senior Network Engineer
with
4+ years of hands-on experience
in
cloud networking, routing & switching, firewalls, and security compliance
. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in
Cisco, Palo Alto, ForeScout, Infoblox, Check Point, and F5
technologies, along with a proven track record in
patching, firmware upgrades, vulnerability management, and compliance enforcement
.This role involves
designing, implementing, and securing enterprise and cloud network infrastructures
, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and adherence to regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Network & Cloud Infrastructure Management
- Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise and cloud network solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
- Manage and optimize routing and switching infrastructures (Cisco or equivalent) with expertise in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, QoS, and multicast.
- Configure and maintain load balancing solutions using F5 LTM, GTM, and iRules to ensure high availability and efficient traffic distribution.
- Administer Infoblox DNS, DHCP, and IPAM systems for effective network resource management.
Firewall, Security, & Compliance
- Configure and manage firewall policies and security rules across Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Check Point, and ForeScout platforms.
- Implement Zero Trust architecture, micro-segmentation, and VPN solutions for secure connectivity and remote access.
- Execute patching and firmware upgrades for network and security devices to maintain compliance and mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Perform vulnerability assessments, remediation, and compliance checks aligned with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and PCI-DSS.
- Collaborate with security teams to analyze threats, mitigate risks, and enforce best practices in network security.
Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting
- Continuously monitor network performance and proactively address bottlenecks to ensure maximum uptime and reliability.
- Troubleshoot complex LAN, WAN, cloud, and firewall issues, driving root cause analysis and long-term resolutions.
- Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to optimize network performance and security posture.
Automation & Documentation
- Leverage automation tools such as Ansible, Python, PowerShell, and Terraform to streamline network operations and cloud deployments.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation including network diagrams, topology maps, and firewall/security configurations.
- Provide technical mentorship and share best practices with junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
Qualifications & Experience
- 4+ years of experience in network engineering, security, and cloud networking.
- Strong background in routing & switching (Cisco, Juniper) and firewalls (Palo Alto, Check Point, Cisco ASA, ForeScout).
- Proven expertise in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) — including VPCs, VPNs, NSGs, and load balancers.
- Practical experience in patch management, firmware upgrades, vulnerability scanning, and compliance enforcement.
- Proficiency with F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM, ASM) and related performance/security configurations.
- Experience with network automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) frameworks.
- Solid understanding of security standards and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, PCI-DSS).
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
- Preferred Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, CCSA/CCSE, F5-CA, AWS/Azure Networking Specialty, or CISSP.
Skills
Network Engineering,Routing And Switching,Patch Management,cloud networking
