Senior Network Administrator

Key Responsibilities

Architect, deploy, and manage Azure-based network infrastructure, including VNets, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, NSGs, Load Balancers, Private Endpoints, VPN, and ExpressRoute.

Support and lead network migration and transformation initiatives, especially from on-prem to Azure cloud.

Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including centralized management using Panorama and security extension through Prisma Access.

Deploy and administer GlobalProtect for secure remote access across endpoints and locations.

Leverage Cortex Data Lake for threat visibility and log analytics; implement and monitor Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies.

Collaborate with cloud, application, and infrastructure teams to align networking with business services.

Implement modern Zero Trust architectures, segmentation, and secure access controls.

Monitor network health, security events, and performance using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, or third-party tools.

Manage connectivity and SLAs with ISPs and cloud providers globally.

Contribute to business continuity planning with cloud-first DR and failover strategies.

Essential Experience

Cloud Networking : Advanced knowledge of cloud networking components and architecture. (Azure preferred)

Cloud Migration/Transition Projects: Demonstrated success in leading or supporting network transition efforts to Azure or hybrid environments.

Palo Alto Ecosystem: Deep experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, Cortex Data Lake, and DLP.

Application Layer Security: Proven experience configuring Layer 7 security and App-ID, Content-ID, and User-ID policies.

WAF & Zero Trust Implementations: Hands-on with WAF deployments (CloudFlare or 3rd party) and Zero Trust frameworks.

GlobalProtect: Configuration and support of GlobalProtect VPN for secure, scalable remote workforce access.

Monitoring & Alerting: Network monitoring and alerting via Azure-native or external tools.

Branch & Remote Site Networking: Management of distributed office networks, and site-to-site VPNs.

Meraki Infrastructure : Familiarity with Meraki switches, APs, and firewalls.

Network Inventory & Documentation: Strong documentation skills for network architecture and asset tracking.

Required Certifications

Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

Azure Network Engineer Associate or equivalent certification

Bonus: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar advanced cloud certifications

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