Role: Network Security Engineer Location: Sunnyvale, CA – Hybrid Duration: Contract We are looking for a candidate who has real-time, hands-on understanding of Palo Alto firewalls and how they are deployed and operated in an enterprise environment. Also looking for someone with knowledge of VXLAN, some exposure to Access Fabric, and a basic understanding of routing and switching. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Hands-on knowledge of Palo Alto Networks firewalls. • Working knowledge of Panorama. • Understanding of VXLAN and basic data-center networking. • Knowledge of BGP and OSPF. • Good understanding of routing and switching fundamentals. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Good communication skills and willingness to learn new technologies. Roles & Responsibilities- Key Responsibilities: • Manage and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama. • Work with security policies, NAT, security profiles, and firewall troubleshooting. • Perform basic firewall configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. • Support PAN-OS upgrades and Panorama configuration as needed. • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues involving routing, switching, and firewalls. • Work with VXLAN and understand basic data-center overlay/underlay concepts. • Support VRF implementation and migration within the access and security infrastructure. • Support multi-vsys to zone-based firewall conversion projects. • Support and troubleshoot BGP and OSPF routing. • Work with Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, VLANs, trunks, and basic network connectivity. • Collaborate with network and security teams on production issues. Certifications – Preferred: • Palo Alto Networks: PCNSA, PCNSE, or equivalent PAN-OS experience/certification. • Cisco: CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, or equivalent hands-on Cisco networking experience. • Relevant networking, security, or data-center certifications are a plus. Share me resumes at hemanth@flexontechnologies.com — : : : : APPLY NOW 🔔 Get our daily C2C jobs / Hotlist notifications on WHATSAPP TELEGRAM LINKEDIN