Network Engineer (Palo Alto/ Cisco/ Azure)

Irvine Technology Corporation; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Technology Corporation is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to design, implement, and support secure, high-performing enterprise networks in Lancaster, PA. The role emphasizes network modernization, cloud networking, and security initiatives across a distributed environment, with onsite work and 20% travel.

You will configure Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, and contribute to Azure and GCP networking. A 10% bonus is included; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on network engineering experience with LAN/WAN fundamentals.
• Strong experience with Cisco routers/switches and Palo Alto devices.
• Experience in Azure and/or GCP networking is preferred.
• Solid understanding of network security, IDS/IPS, and segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN infrastructure.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco routers/switches, Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama.
• Support cloud networking across Azure and GCP, including provisioning and connectivity.
• Lead network segmentation, security enhancements, and cross-team collaboration.
• Establish network standards and assist with integrating acquired companies.

Skills

LAN/WAN fundamentals

TCP/IP

Routing

Switching

OSPF

BGP

HSRP

Cisco devices

Palo Alto

Azure networking

GCP networking

IDS/IPS

Network security

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Cisco routers

Cisco switches

Palo Alto firewalls

Palo Alto Panorama

Azure

GCP

SD-WAN

Job description

Network Engineer (Palo Alto)

Our client is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to design, implement, and support secure, high-performing enterprise networks. This role offers the opportunity to work on network modernization, cloud networking, and security initiatives while helping establish network standards across a distributed environment. The ideal candidate brings strong networking fundamentals, technical problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently deliver network engineering solutions.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Lancaster, PA - Onsite (20% travel required)
• Compensation: This job is expected to pay about $87,000-$120,000 annually, plus a 10% bonus.
• This position does not offer sponsorship

What You'll Do:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN network infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, and Panorama to ensure network performance and security.
• Support cloud networking initiatives across Azure and GCP, including network provisioning, connectivity, and integration.
• Lead network segmentation, security enhancements, and troubleshooting initiatives to improve network reliability and protection.
• Establish network standards, collaborate with vendors and internal teams, and support the integration of acquired companies into standardized network environments.

What Gets You the Job:

• 3-5+ years of hands-on network engineering experience with strong LAN/WAN fundamentals, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and HSRP.
• Strong experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, and Palo Alto Panorama.
• Experience with Azure cloud networking, including network connectivity, routing, and infrastructure provisioning.
• Solid understanding of network security, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), network segmentation, and access controls.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Experience with GCP, Palo Alto Prisma Access, Meraki, or VeloCloud SD-WAN is preferred.

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