Network Engineer
Salary: up to £60,000
Location: Birmingham Hybrid
We are seeking a highly skilledNetwork Engineerwith a strong focus onPalo AltoandAzuretechnologies to join an international MSP. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network security, cloud infrastructure, and hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, particularly in Azure environments. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable network solutions that align with business requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and manage network solutions usingPalo Alto firewallswithinAzureenvironments. Ensure that all solutions meet security, performance, and availability requirements.
Implement and manage network security policies using Palo Alto technologies, including advanced features such asThreat Prevention,URL Filtering, andGlobal Protect.
Integrate and manage Palo Alto firewalls inAzure, including setting upVirtual Network(VNet),VNet Peering,Azure Firewall, andExpressRouteconfigurations.
Administer and maintainPAN-OSfirewalls, including updating firmware, managing firewall policies, and analysing security and traffic logs.
Monitor network traffic, detect security threats, and respond to incidents. Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure the integrity of the network.
Work closely with cloud architects, DevOps, and IT teams to design and implement network solutions that support business objectives.
Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures.
Stay up to date with the latest Palo Alto and Azure technologies, recommending improvements to existing network infrastructure and processes.
Skills
Extensive experience withPalo Altofirewalls, including designing and managing high availability configurations and implementing security features.
In-depth knowledge ofAzurenetworking services, includingVirtual Networks,ExpressRoute,VNet Peering,Azure Firewall,Load Balancers, andNetwork Security Groups.
Experience securing cloud environments usingPalo Altosolutions, with a strong understanding ofAzuresecurity principles and best practices.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools likeTerraform,Ansible, orPowerShellto streamline network deployments in Azure.
Experience with integratingPalo Altofirewalls withActive Directory Services(ADFS, SAML/SSO) and cloud-native security tools.
Certifications:
Palo Alto:PCNSE(Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer),PCCSE(Prisma Certified Cloud Security Engineer)
If youre passionate about network security and cloud technologies and want to work in a dynamic, innovative environment, wed love to hear from you! Apply today.
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