Senior Network Administrator

Navsan; India; Remote; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Navsan is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Administrator to support our cloud-first strategy with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure and Palo Alto security.

The role requires 10–12 years in enterprise network administration, with at least 3 years of hands-on Palo Alto firewall experience and Azure networking expertise. You will lead migration projects, implement Zero Trust and secure access controls, coordinate across global teams, and ensure secure, scalable connectivity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise network administration experience.
• 3+ years hands-on Palo Alto firewall experience and security.
• Azure networking experience ( VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, peering).
• Experience with cloud-first infrastructure and network migration projects (on-prem to cloud/hybrid).
• Hands-on with Palo Alto extended security suite: GlobalProtect, Prisma Access, Panorama, Cortex Data Lake, DLP.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and manage Azure-based network infrastructure.
• Lead network migration and transformation initiatives to Azure cloud.
• Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, Prisma Access).
• Deploy and administer GlobalProtect for secure remote access.
• Leverage Cortex Data Lake for threat visibility and DLP policies.
• Collaborate with cloud, application, and infrastructure teams to align networking with services.
• Implement Zero Trust architectures, segmentation, and secure access controls.
• Monitor network health and security events with Azure Monitor/Network Watcher.

Skills

Enterprise network administration

Cloud networking concepts

Zero Trust concepts

Network security best practices

Tools

Palo Alto firewalls

Meraki switches & access points

Azure networking services (VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute)

GlobalProtect

Panorama

Prisma Access

Cortex Data Lake

DLP

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Administrator with a strong focus on cloud-based infrastructure, particularly Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of enterprise network administration experience, with at least 3 years of hands‑on expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and application‑layer security. This role is pivotal in supporting our cloud‑first strategy and leading network transition/migration projects, ensuring secure, scalable, and high‑performing connectivity across a global footprint. Experience with Palo Alto's extended security suite, including Global Protect, Prisma Access, Panorama, Cortex Data Lake, and DLP, is essential.

Workmode/Shift: Remote (3 PM - 12 AM IST)

Total Experience: 10 – 12 Years

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years in enterprise network administration.

Certifications:

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) is mandatory.
• Hands‑on experience with virtual Palo Alto firewalls and GlobalProtect.
• Hands‑on experience with Meraki Firewalls, Switches and Access points.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure networking (building landing zones / Subnetting / Route tables / Peering / Network security groups)
• Proven track record in network migration projects (preferably cloud or hybrid environments).

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, deploy, and manage Azure-based network infrastructure, including VNets, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, NSGs, Load Balancers, Private Endpoints, VPN, and ExpressRoute.
• Support and lead network migration and transformation initiatives, especially from on‑prem to Azure cloud.
• Configure, manage, and optimize Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including centralized management using Panorama and security extension through Prisma Access.
• Deploy and administer GlobalProtect for secure remote access across endpoints and locations.
• Leverage Cortex Data Lake for threat visibility and log analytics; implement and monitor Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies.
• Collaborate with cloud, application, and infrastructure teams to align networking with business services.
• Implement modern Zero Trust architectures, segmentation, and secure access controls.
• Monitor network health, security events, and performance using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, or third‑party tools.
• Manage connectivity and SLAs with ISPs and cloud providers globally.
• Contribute to business continuity planning with cloud‑first DR and failover strategies.
• Cloud Networking : Advanced knowledge of cloud networking components and Cloud Migration/Transition Projects: Demonstrated success in leading or supporting network transition efforts to Azure or hybrid environments.
• Palo Alto Ecosystem: Deep experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, Cortex Data Lake, and DLP.
• Application Layer Security: Proven experience configuring Layer 7 security and App-ID,Content-ID, and User-ID policies.
• WAF & Zero Trust Implementations: Hands‑on with WAF deployments (CloudFlare or 3rd party) and Zero Trust frameworks.