Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer Day Rate: £300 (Outside IR35) Location: Hybrid/Remote Senior Network Engineer with key experience in Palo Alto required for a global IT services business based in Lincoln. We are looking for experienced engineers with a strong background in network engineering, specifically with Palo Alto firewall solutions. Ideally, candidates will also have experience in cloud services, network security, and data integration. Experience working within the public sector is highly desirable. This role offers a hybrid setup, with 2 days per week based in Lincoln. Key Responsibilities: * Design, deploy, and manage network solutions using Palo Alto firewalls within Azure environments. Ensure that all solutions meet security, performance, and availability requirements. * Implement and manage network security policies using Palo Alto technologies, including advanced features such as Threat Prevention, URL Filtering, and Global Protect. * Integrate and manage Palo Alto firewalls in Azure, including setting up Virtual Network (VNet), VNet Peering, Azure Firewall, and ExpressRoute configurations. * Administer and maintain PAN-OS firewalls, including updating firmware, managing firewall policies, and analysing security and traffic logs. * Monitor network traffic, detect security threats, and respond to incidents. Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure the integrity of the network. * Work closely with cloud architects, DevOps, and IT teams to design and implement network solutions that support business objectives. * Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures. * Stay up to date with the latest Palo Alto and Azure technologies, recommending improvements to existing network infrastructure and processes. Skills * Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls, including designing and managing high availability configurations and implementing security features. * In-depth knowledge of Azure networking services, including Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, VNet Peering, Azure Firewall, Load Balancers, and Network Security Groups. * Experience securing cloud environments using Palo Alto solutions, with a strong understanding of Azure security principles and best practices. * Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or PowerShell to streamline network deployments in Azure. * Experience with integrating Palo Alto firewalls with Active Directory Services (ADFS, SAML/SSO) and cloud-native security tools. Certifications: * Palo Alto: PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer), PCCSE (Prisma Certified Cloud Security Engineer) If you’re passionate about network security and cloud technologies and want to work in a dynamic, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today