Senior Network Engineer

MKS Inc.; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to design, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise networks. You will manage advanced configurations, performance tuning, and incident response to keep services available.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in network engineering and security, strong firewall expertise (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper), VPN knowledge, and hands-on with Prisma Access and Z-Scaler, Cisco/HP Aruba gear. Bachelor’s in IT/CS required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and security.
• Strong understanding of firewall technologies and security best practices.
• Certifications preferred: PCNSE, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, Z-Scaler Certified Professional.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks, Panorama, Cisco routers/switches.
• Knowledge of VPN technologies, SSL/TLS, and secure remote access.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and ITSM tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve complex issues quickly.

Responsibilities

• Handle escalated network incidents and service requests from Level 1.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain: Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper).
• Manage VPN and secure access: Prisma, Z-Scaler.
• Switching & Routing: Cisco, HP Aruba.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and resolve connectivity issues.
• Implement network security policies and firewall rules.
• Collaborate with security teams for threat mitigation and compliance.
• Document configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Participate in major incident calls and provide technical expertise.

Skills

Firewall technologies

Security best practices

Palo Alto Networks

Cisco routers and switches

Prisma Access

Z-Scaler

HP Aruba networking

Fortinet and Juniper firewalls

VPN technologies

SSL/TLS and secure remote access

Network monitoring

ITSM tools

Under pressure problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science or related field

Certifications preferred

Tools

Palo Alto Networks (Panorama)

Prisma Access

Z-Scaler

Cisco routers and switches

HP Aruba networking solutions

Fortinet

Juniper firewalls

Job description

Job Description:

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

The Network Engineer is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, configuration, and maintenance of network infrastructure and security devices. This role ensures high availability, performance, and security of enterprise networks.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Handle escalated network incidents and service requests from Level 1.

• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain:

• Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper

• VPN and Secure Access: Prisma, Z-Scaler

• Switching & Routing: Cisco, HP Aruba

• Perform advanced diagnostics and resolve connectivity issues.

• Implement network security policies and firewall rules.

• Collaborate with security teams for threat mitigation and compliance.

• Document configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps.

• Participate in major incident calls and provide technical expertise.

Skills You Bring:

• Strong understanding of firewall technologies and security best practices.

• Hands-on experience with:

• Palo Alto Networks (including Panorama)

• Cisco routers and switches

• Prisma Access and Z-Scaler

• HP Aruba networking solutions

• Fortinet and Juniper firewalls

• Knowledge of VPN technologies, SSL/TLS, and secure remote access.

• Familiarity with network monitoring and ITSM tools.

• Ability to work under pressure and resolve complex issues quickly.

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science or related field.

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and security.

• Certifications preferred:

• PCNSE (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer)

• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)

• Fortinet NSE

• Z-Scaler Certified Professional

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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