Remote Network Architect: Juniper & Palo Alto Security

Cognizant; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 119,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Network Architect to design secure, scalable networks using Palo Alto and Juniper technologies, including Mist wireless. This remote role is US-based and requires authorization to work in the US, with no visa sponsorship.

The architect will guide hybrid work solutions, mentor teams, and ensure designs align with business outcomes while maintaining robust connectivity and security across complex environments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Juniper platforms including Mist, wireless, routing, switching, and SD-WAN.
• Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls, policies, threat prevention, and security integrations.
• Expertise in Juniper switching/routing to support high availability and scalable growth.
• Experience designing wireless networks with Juniper Mist and seamless roaming.
• Knowledge of firewall rules, security zones, VPN services for perimeter protection.
• Ability to translate business requirements into network and security designs.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise network architectures integrating Palo Alto and Juniper tech for secure connectivity.
• Develop scalable security designs with segmentation strategies and next-gen features.
• Create detailed design documentation for Juniper wired/wireless infra.
• Optimize routing and switching configurations on Juniper for low latency and uptime.
• Configure Juniper Mist wireless solutions for high-quality user experience.
• Review firewall rules and security policies to enforce standardized configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with business goals.
• Mentor peers on firewall design, routing strategies, and wireless optimization.

Skills

Juniper platforms

Mist wireless

Juniper routing

Juniper switching

SD-WAN

Palo Alto firewall

Policy design

Security operations

Hybrid networks

Networking documentation

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Network Architect to design secure, scalable networks using Palo Alto and Juniper technologies, including Mist wireless. This remote role is US-based and requires authorization to work in the US, with no visa sponsorship.

The architect will guide hybrid work solutions, mentor teams, and ensure designs align with business outcomes while maintaining robust connectivity and security across complex environments.