SD-WAN Specialist â Palo Alto Prisma

Data Centrix; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced network engineer specializing in SD-WAN technologies. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN solutions, migrating from MPLS with minimal downtime, and ensuring compliance with security frameworks. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in network roles and necessary certifications. This role is crucial for optimizing network solutions for diverse environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in network engineering roles, especially in SD-WAN.
• Experience in Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN implementations.
• Strong background in network audits and migration planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop High-Level Design and Low-Level Design for SD-WAN deployments.
• Implement Prisma SD-WAN devices and configure policies.
• Plan and execute MPLS to SD-WAN migrations with minimal downtime.
• Maintain documentation of network diagrams and configurations.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks Certified SD-WAN Engineer

PCNSE

CCNP Enterprise

Network Engineering

SD-WAN Deployments

Network Audits

Migration Planning

Hybrid WAN Design

Application-Aware Routing

Cloud Connectivity

Education

Matric plus Diploma or Degree in IT

Tools

Palo Alto CloudGenix

Prisma SD-WAN

Job description

Qualifications / Certifications and Experience Required

• Matric plus Diploma or Degree in IT
• Palo Alto Networks Certified SD-WAN Engineer (Prisma SD-WAN).
• PCNSE (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer), CCNP Enterprise.
• 5+ years in network engineering roles, with at least 2 years in SD-WAN deployments.
• Proven experience in Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN implementations for enterprise or service provider environments.
• Strong background in network audits, migration planning, and hybrid WAN design.

Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Architecture Develop High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) for Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN deployments. Integrate SD-WAN with existing MPLS, DIA, LTE, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS). Ensure compliance with the companys security frameworks and Zero Trust principles.
• Deployment & Configuration Implement Prisma SD-WAN ION devices and configure policies for application-aware routing, QoS, and security. Enable advanced features such as SASE integration, cloud-delivered security, and AI / ML-driven path selection. Perform zero-touch provisioning and centralized orchestration via Palo Alto CloudGenix / Prisma SD-WAN controllers.
• Migration & Optimization Plan and execute migrations from MPLS to SD-WAN with minimal downtime. Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting for latency-sensitive applications (voice, video, SaaS). Provide post-migration support and optimization reports.
• Governance & Documentation Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, IP schemas, and configuration baselines. Ensure adherence to MTNs SD-WAN governance and compliance standards.

Technical Expertise

• Technical Expertise Deep knowledge of Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN architecture, ION appliances, and Cloud Management.
• Strong understanding of WAN technologies: MPLS, BGP, OSPF, QoS, IPSec VPN.
• Familiarity with SASE, Zero Trust, and cloud connectivity models.