Ishan Technologies - Senior Network Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall

Ishan Technologies; Ahmedabad; On-site; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT solutions company in Ahmedabad is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructures. The role requires strong expertise in network security, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years of progressive experience in network engineering.
• Experience with load balancing solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable network solutions.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex network incidents.
• Design and implement network security solutions including firewalls.

Skills

Deep understanding of TCP/IP

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Strong hands-on experience with enterprise-grade firewalls

Expert-level network troubleshooting skills

Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Wireshark

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Ishan Technologies - Senior Network Engineer - Palo Alto Firewall

About The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic infrastructure team.In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of our complex network infrastructure. You will leverage your deep expertise in various networking technologies to ensure high availability, security, and optimal performance of our critical systems, supporting both on-premises and cloud environments.You will also play a key role in mentoring junior engineers and driving network Responsibilities : Lead the design and architecture of scalable, secure, and resilient network solutions to meetcurrent and future business requirements. Develop high-level and low-level network designs (HLD/LLD) for various projects andinitiatives. Evaluate new technologies and recommend solutions that align with business objectives andarchitectural principles. Implement and configure network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, loadbalancers, and wireless access points from leading vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, F5). Execute network changes following established change management processes and bestpractices. Oversee and perform network upgrades and migrations. Provide expert-level (L2/L3/L4) troubleshooting and resolution for complex network incidentsand performance issues. Utilize network monitoring tools and packet analyzers to diagnose and resolve connectivity,performance, and security problems. Participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 network availability (if applicable). Design, implement, and manage network security solutions including firewalls (NGFWs), VPNs(IPsec, SSL), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and network access control (NAC). Ensure network security policies and configurations adhere to industry best practices andcompliance requirements. Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation plans. Monitor network performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations toensure optimal network health. Perform capacity planning to proactively address growth and ensure adequate networkresources. Identify opportunities for network automation to improve efficiency and reduce manualerrors. Develop and implement network automation scripts (e.g., Python, Ansible, Terraform) forconfiguration management, monitoring, and deployment. Create and maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and operationalprocedures. Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and mentor junior network engineers. Liaise with network hardware and software vendors, service providers, and telecommunication companies to resolve issues and evaluate new products. Ensure all network configurations and operations comply with regulatory requirements,Qualificationssecurity policies, and internal governance Skills and Qualifications :Education : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Experience : 5 years of progressive experience in network engineering, with a significantportion dedicated to designing, implementing, and supporting complex enterprise networks. Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), switching protocols(VLANs, STP, HSRP/VRRP), and QoS. Strong hands-on experience with enterprise-grade firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower) and other network security technologies. Experience with load balancing solutions (e.g., F5 BIG-IP LTM/GTM, NGINX, HAProxy). Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting IPsec and SSL VPNs. Expert-level network troubleshooting skills using packet capture tools (e.g., Wireshark) andnetwork monitoring systems. Strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems for network device interactionand tools. Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible,Terraform) for network operations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complextechnical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. Professional certifications such as CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), PCNSE (PaloAlto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer), FortiNSE, JNCIP, or equivalent industrycertifications(ref:hirist.tech),

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