Network Operations Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Operations Engineer to support, manage, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure in a highly available and regulated environment. This role is responsible for network operations, data center technologies, firewall administration, disaster recovery planning, and software-defined networking solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Cisco networking technologies, Palo Alto firewalls, and VMware NSX, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 6+ years of experience in Network Operations, Network Engineering, and Data Center Management.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience managing and administering Palo Alto Firewalls .
• 4+ years of experience working in regulated environments with compliance standards such as SOX, PCI, SSAE, NCUA, or FDIC .
• Strong understanding of enterprise networking concepts, infrastructure security, and high-availability architectures.

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Advanced knowledge of routing and switching protocols within highly available enterprise and data center environments.
• Strong experience supporting infrastructure disaster recovery and business continuity initiatives.
• Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing Software-Defined Networking (SDN) solutions, including VMware NSX .
• Experience creating, optimizing, and maintaining security policies using Palo Alto Networks firewall technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills utilizing tools such as:
• Wireshark
• VMware vRealize Network Insight
• Palo Alto Panorama
• Ability to identify and resolve complex network and security-related issues in mission-critical environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in:
• Server Administration
• Security Administration
• Cloud Infrastructure Technologies
• Emerging networking technologies, including Software-Defined Networks
• Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking and modern infrastructure solutions.
• Experience supporting enterprise security and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Certifications Required:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA ), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP ), or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE )
• Palo Alto Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA )

Preferred:

• Cisco VoIP Certification
• Additional network, cloud, or security-related technical certifications