Network and Security Engineer

Network and Security Engineer - Palo Alto

Outside IR35 Contract role

Hybrid 3-4 visits per month/ roughly 1 visit per week - Moorgate nearest tube

Must be UK Citizen (due to role requirements)

Outside IR35 contract opportunity for a Network and Security Engineer. This role will focus on implementing, testing and documenting a service roll out across a global network.

You will need good configuration & troubleshooting skills across Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, in addition to solid routing & troubleshooting (Juniper & Cisco), in addition to precise documentation skills/ change control. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems is a plus.

To be successful in this role the 3 essential key skills required that should also be evidenced in CV:

• Palo Alto troubleshooting
• Juniper routing troubleshooting
• Cisco routing troubleshooting

Key Responsibilities

• Update and maintain Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation with site-specific configuration details.
• Review service requests and raise change requests where required.
• Implement and test firewall policies using Panorama.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues across networks, applications, and security devices.
• Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Configure access policies in PAM systems.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama in complex multi-vsys, multi-VR environments.
• Strong routing and troubleshooting skills (Juniper / Cisco).
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP).
• Knowledge of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and related troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.
• Clear communication abilities, both written and verbal.

Beneficial Experience

• Familiarity with cloud integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of PAM and Zero Trust Access concepts.

Preferred Certifications

• Palo Alto PCNSE or PCNSA (highly preferred).
• Juniper / Cisco certifications up to CCNP level.