LogixHealth - Network Lead - Palo Alto Firewall

Job Description :

We are looking for a seasoned Network Lead to architect, implement, and manage our enterprise and cloud network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in switching, routing, Wireless, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, Cisco Meraki, and Azure networking, along with a strong foundation in DevOps practices for automation and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead the design, deployment, and lifecycle management of enterprise LAN/WAN and cloud networks.

- Configure and manage Layer 2/3 switching and routing (Cisco, HP, Aruba).

- Administer Cisco Meraki networks including SD-WAN, wireless, and security appliances.

- Manage Palo Alto firewalls, including policy creation, NAT, and VPN configurations.

- Maintain load balancers (F5, Azure Load Balancer, or equivalent).

- Design and implement Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute).

- Collaborate with DevOps methodology to automate infrastructure using Terraform, Ansible, or Azure DevOps.

- Monitor and troubleshoot network performance and security using tools like SolarWinds, Azure Monitor, or Meraki Dashboard.

- Lead incident response and root cause analysis for network and security events.

- Maintain detailed documentation of network architecture, policies, and procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.

- 12+ years of experience in enterprise networking and cloud infrastructure.

- Strong hands-on experience with switching and routing.

- Proficiency in Cisco Meraki configuration and management.

- Expert-level knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls.

- Experience with load balancing technologies (F5, Azure).

- Experience with Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA).

- Solid understanding of Azure networking and hybrid cloud connectivity.

- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines.

- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) are a plus.

- Relevant certifications (e.g., PCNSE, CCNP, Meraki CMNA, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.