We are seeking a highly skilled Network & Security Engineer with a minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in designing, implementing, managing and securing network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in routing and switching , routing protocols , SD-WAN , and SASE frameworks, along with practical experience working with multiple vendor technologies, including Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Arista and Aruba Central .
The engineer will be responsible for maintaining network performance, ensuring robust security posture, and supporting large-scale, multi-vendor environments that align with enterprise connectivity and security goals.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network and security solutions across hybrid and cloud environments.
- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Cisco , Fortinet , Palo Alto , and Aruba Central platforms.
- Implement and optimize SD-WAN solutions [Fortinet, Arista (previously VMware)] to enhance application performance and WAN resiliency.
- Integrate SASE architectures, aligning SD-WAN with SSE capabilities for secure remote access and cloud security enforcement.
- Maintain and optimize routing and switching infrastructure (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, etc.) across LAN / WAN environments.
- Develop and enforce security policies, access control measures, and threat prevention mechanisms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network compliance and resilience.
- Document network configurations, diagrams, processes, and standard operating procedures.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, security threats, and best practices in network and cloud security.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
6+ years of experience in enterprise network and security engineering .Strong command of routing and switching technologies (Cisco IOS / IOS-XE / NX-OS).In-depth understanding of SD-WAN , SASE , and SSE architectures and deployment models.Hands-on experience with :Cisco (switches, routers, Meraki, FTDs)Fortinet (FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer)Palo Alto Networks (Next-Gen Firewalls, Panorama, Prisma Access)Aruba Central (Switching, Wi-Fi, and cloud management)Strong grasp of network security frameworks , VPNs , firewall policies , and zero-trust principles .Proficiency with network monitoring and security analytics tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Zabbix, FortiAnalyzer, or equivalent).Solid understanding of TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, NAT, and QoS .Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.Preferred Certifications (One or more) :
Cisco : CCNP Enterprise / CCNP Security / CCIE (preferred)Fortinet : NSE 47Palo Alto Networks : PCNSESecurity+ / CISSP / SD-WAN or SASE vendor certificationsEducation :
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field