Overview Network and Security Engineer – Palo Alto/ Juniper routing

Outside IR35 Contract role Hybrid 3–4 visits per month/ roughly 1 visit per week – Moorgate nearest tube Must be a UK Citizen (due to role requirements)

Outside IR35 contract opportunity for a Network and Security Engineer. This role will focus on implementing, testing and documenting a service roll out across a global network. You will need good configuration & troubleshooting skills across Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, in addition to solid routing & troubleshooting (Juniper), in addition to precise documentation skills/ change control. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems is a plus. To be successful in this role you must have strong experience within the following and these should be cleraly evidenced in CV:

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Key Responsibilities

Update and maintain Low–Level Design (LLD) documentation with site–specific configuration details. Review service requests and raise change requests where required. Implement and test firewall policies using Panorama. Troubleshoot connectivity issues across networks, applications, and security devices. Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to ensure compliance with policies and standards. Configure access policies in PAM systems.

What you'll bring

Proven experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama in complex multi–vsys, multi–VR environments. Strong routing and troubleshooting skills (Juniper). Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP). Knowledge of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and related troubleshooting. Excellent problem–solving, analytical, and documentation skills. Clear communication abilities, both written and verbal.

Beneficial Experience

Familiarity with cloud integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of PAM and Zero Trust Access concepts.

Preferred Certifications

Palo Alto PCNSE or PCNSA (highly preferred). Juniper certifications JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP etc

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