Enterprise Network Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall

Role : Network Engineer Job Summary : We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer with 5 - 7 years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, hardware, and security best practices, and will be responsible for ensuring the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video, and wireless network services. Key Responsibilities : - Design, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks. - Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and reliability. - Maintain and administer network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other networking hardware. - Implement and maintain network security policies, procedures, and technologies (e.g., firewalls, NAC, IDS/IPS). - Manage IP addressing schemes, VLANs, routing protocols and QoS policies. - Work with service providers and vendors to manage network services and resolve outages or incidents. - Maintain up-to-date documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures. - Support network expansion, upgrades, and migration projects across multiple locations. - Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members and other IT staff. - Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., Fresh service ServiceNow, Jira Service Desk). Required Qualifications : - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Communicate technical and non-technical information clearly to a wide range of audiences. - Ability to coordinate clear, professional, and culturally appropriate communication with engineers and cross-functional teams in Germany. - Candidates with excellent English communication skills, preferably with RP (Received Pronunciation) English, are preferred. - Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external inquiries via email, phone, Teams and in-person meetings. - Participate in and lead meetings, presentations, and discussions with clarity and purpose. - Collaborate with cross-functional, international teams to ensure mutual understanding and shared goals. - 5 - 7 years of professional experience as a Network Engineer in a mid to large-sized enterprise environment. - Strong knowledge of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, NTP). - Proficiency with enterprise-grade networking hardware (e.g., Fortinet, HPE Aruba, Palo Alto). - Experience with routing and switching technologies (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP). - Solid understanding of network security principles and tools. - Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., Paessler PRTG, Wireshark). - Familiarity with cloud networking (Microsoft Azure) is a plus. - Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills. - Understanding of ITIL or service management best practices. Preferred Qualifications : - Industry certifications such as ACNSA, or PCNSE. - Experience with SD-WAN and software-defined networking (SDN). - Knowledge of VoIP, QoS, and unified communications. - Familiarity with automation/scripting tools is a plus. - Experience working in regulated environments is beneficial. What We Offer : - Competitive compensation package. - Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote options. - Professional development support and certification reimbursement. - A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. Role : Network Engineer Job Summary : We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer with 5 - 7 years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of networking protocols, hardware, and security best practices, and will be responsible for ensuring the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video, and wireless network services. Key Responsibilities : - Design, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks. - Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and reliability. - Maintain and administer network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other networking hardware. - Implement and maintain network security policies, procedures, and technologies (e.g., firewalls, NAC, IDS/IPS). - Manage IP addressing schemes, VLANs, routing protocols and QoS policies. - Work with service providers and vendors to manage network services and resolve outages or incidents. - Maintain up-to-date documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures. - Support network expansion, upgrades, and migration projects across multiple locations. - Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members and other IT staff. - Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., Fresh serv