Junior Network Security & Design Engineer

PM Consulting; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting seeks a Junior Network Security & Design Engineer to support enterprise network operations, security, and infrastructure design across office, data center, and cloud environments. The role focuses on maintaining secure, high-performing networks and contributing to design and implementation initiatives.

You will work with Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler, while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver secure solutions and develop

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Exposure to enterprise networking and security technologies.
• Familiarity with ITIL and cloud networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud networks.
• Support design initiatives for office, data center, and cloud environments.
• Maintain network documentation and diagrams; ensure audit readiness.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Firewall & VPN technologies

VLANs & routing concepts

Zero Trust & network segmentation

IaC, automation & APIs

Cloud networking

ITIL familiarity

Education

Cisco CCNA/CCNP

Fortinet FCA/FCP

Zscaler ZDTA

Azure Fundamentals

Tools

Cisco Meraki

Fortinet

Palo Alto Networks

Zscaler

Job description

Junior Network Security & Design Engineer

About the job Junior Network Security & Design Engineer

Role Overview

A global organization in the maritime and logistics sector is seeking a Network & Security Design Engineer to support enterprise network operations, security, and infrastructure design. This role plays a key part in maintaining secure, high-performing network environments while contributing to design and implementation initiatives across office, data center, and cloud environments.

The position is well-suited for professionals with a solid foundation in networking and security who are looking to further develop expertise in enterprise-scale infrastructure and modern security practices.

Key Responsibilities

Network Operations & Support

• Support daily operations across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud network environments.
• Assist in managing enterprise network and security platforms such as Cisco (Meraki), Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler.
• Monitor network health, availability, and performance to ensure service reliability.
• Perform initial troubleshooting and **escalate** complex issues when necessary.
• Support incident, change, and service request processes in alignment with SLAs and IT service management practices.

Design & Implementation

• Contribute to network design initiatives for office, data center, and cloud environments.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with vendors and technology partners to support project delivery.
• Assist in developing expertise in network and security domains, with the goal of becoming a subject matter expert.

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and design artifacts.
• Support asset management, license tracking, and bill of materials (BOM) validation.
• Ensure all documentation is audit-ready and aligned with organizational standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 3 years of experience in network security and infrastructure support.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in network design and stakeholder engagement.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking and security technologies, including Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler.
• Exposure to cloud networking environments and architectures.
• Familiarity with IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong foundation in networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
• Understanding of VLANs, routing concepts, and network segmentation
• Knowledge of firewall and VPN technologies
• Exposure to switching and routing protocols (e.g., NAT, IPsec, dynamic routing, HSRP/VRRP)
• Familiarity with wireless networking (Wi-Fi)
• Awareness of Zero Trust and network segmentation principles
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and APIs is a plus
• Understanding of multi-tier architecture and enterprise network design

Certifications (Preferred)

• Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP)
• Fortinet certifications (e.g., FCA, FCP)
• Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZDTA)
• Cloud certifications such as Microsoft Azure fundamentals

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and structured working approach
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines independently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams
• Willingness to learn and grow in network security and cloud technologies
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including participation in on-call support