We are seeking a Secured Networks Engineer with expertise in firewalls and SD-WAN technologies to join our Secured Networks team. In this role, you will assist with the design, implementation, and support of secured network services, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. You will work closely with internal teams to optimize connectivity and enhance overall security posture.
Work you'll do
As a Senior Analyst Network Engineer on the ITS Network team, you will be responsible for:
Firewall Management: Deploy, configure, and manage enterprise-grade firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point, VMware NSX).
SD-WAN Implementation: Design, deploy, and troubleshoot SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Palo Alto Prisma, HPe Aruba).
Network Security: Configure and maintain VPNs, IPSec tunnels, ZTNA, and SASE solutions to ensure secure remote access.
Routing & Switching: Support and optimize network infrastructure, including VLANs, BGP, OSPF, and QoS policies.
Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Utilize network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Aruba Central, Splunk) to proactively detect and resolve issues.
Collaboration: Work with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure a holistic approach to network security.
Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure adherence to industry standards such as NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.
The team
The ITS Network team supports the design, implementation, and operation of secure network services across the organization. The team focuses on firewall, SD-WAN, remote access, and network security capabilities to help maintain resilient, scalable, and secure connectivity. Team members work closely with security, cloud, and infrastructure stakeholders to strengthen network performance and overall security posture.
Location: Hyderabad
Shift Timings: 06.30 AM to 03.30 PM
Qualifications
Required:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network security & firewall management.
Proficiency with Checkpoint and Palo Alto and VMware NSX firewalls. (Must have)
Strong experience with SD-WAN deployment and optimization. (Must have)
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Strong understanding of Networking concepts
Knowledge of VPNs, IPSec, and next-gen security solutions.
Understanding of firewall topologies, NAT, VPN and Proxy
Understanding of VMware NSX Architecture and virtual networking concepts.
Familiar with common network security zones architecture.
Ideally have experience with network automation (Python, Ansible) is a plus.
Industry certifications such as CCNP Security, PCNSE, NSE4+, or VCP-NV are preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred:
Certifications (Good to have):
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or other security related
