Network And Security Engineer - Palo Alto

Network and Security Engineer
Outside IR35 Contract role - £360p/d
Hybrid - Moorgate nearest tube
Outside IR35 contract opportunity for a skilled Network and Security Engineer. In this role, you will be implementing, testing, and documenting the rollout of a critical service across a global network infrastructure.
Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama, a solid grounding in routing (Juniper / Cisco), and a passion for precise documentation and operational excellence. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems is a plus.
What you'll bring:
* Proven experience with Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama) - troubleshooting in complex multi-vsys/ multi-VR environments
* Strong routing and troubleshooting skills - proven experience in b oth Juniper and Cisco environments (Juniper / Cisco).
* 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 / Cisco certifications up to CCNP level.
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