A Day in Your Life at MKS:
The Senior Network Engineer is a senior technical role responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise network and security infrastructure. This position involves advanced engineering tasks, architecture planning, and acting as a subject matter expert for complex network solutions.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Design & Architecture
- Develop and implement network architecture for LAN, WAN, and cloud connectivity.
- Design secure network solutions leveraging firewalls, VPNs, and zero-trust principles.
Advanced Engineering
- Configure and optimize:
- Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper
- Secure Access: Prisma Access, Z-Scaler
- Switching & Routing: Cisco, HP Aruba
- Implement advanced security policies and segmentation strategies.
Performance & Reliability
- Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning.
- Implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Act as SME during major incidents and escalations.
- Mentor Level 1 and Level 2 engineers.
- Work closely with security and cloud teams for integrated solutions.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain detailed network diagrams and configuration standards.
- Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
SkillsYou Bring:
- Expert-level knowledge of:
- Palo Alto Networks (including Panorama)
- Cisco routing and switching (including advanced protocols)
- Prisma Access and Z-Scaler for secure remote access
- HP Aruba networking solutions
- Fortinet and Juniper firewall platforms
- Strong understanding of firewall architecture, VPN technologies, and zero-trust security.
- Proficiency in network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible preferred).
- Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and SD-WAN technologies.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT/Computer Science or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in network engineering with at least 3 years in a senior/architect role.
- Certifications highly preferred:
- PCNSE (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer)
- CCNP/CCIE (Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert)
- Fortinet NSE
- Z-Scaler Certified Professional
- AWS/Azure Networking Specialty (optional but desirable)
