Network Engineer (Azure & Palo Alto)

Job Description – Network Engineer (Azure & Palo Alto) – 24x7 Operations Support

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Network Engineer – Azure & Palo Alto Location Hyderabad /Pune/Bangalore/Mumbai /Chennai

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Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer with hands-on experience in Azure Networking and Palo Alto Firewalls to support enterprise-scale cloud and network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for network operations, troubleshooting, security administration, monitoring, and implementation of infrastructure changes while supporting a 24x7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Azure Networking

• Manage and support Azure networking components including Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), Azure Firewall, Route Tables, VPN Gateways, and connectivity services.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity issues between Azure and on-premises environments.
• Configure and maintain Site-to-Site VPNs, point-to-site VPNs, and VNet peering.
• Monitor and optimize Azure network performance and availability.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama.
• Implement firewall policies, NAT rules, and security configurations.
• Perform PAN-OS upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation activities.
• Support firewall backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes.
• Monitor enterprise network infrastructure and respond to incidents within defined SLAs.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Support DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and VPN technologies.
• Coordinate with vendors, cloud teams, security teams, and service providers for issue resolution.
• Participate in change implementation, maintenance activities, and infrastructure upgrades.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure Networking.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama.

• Good understanding of:

• TCP/IP
• Routing & Switching
• VPN Technologies

• Network Security Concepts

• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes, Incident Management, Change Management, and ServiceNow.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure certifications (AZ-700, AZ-104, or equivalent).
• Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA/PCNSE).
• Experience supporting large-scale cloud and enterprise network environments.
• Exposure to automation and scripting for network operations.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work in a 24x7 rotational shift environment.
• Availability for weekend support, on-call activities, planned maintenance, and emergency incidents.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with global teams.

Experience Required: 1 year +

Notice Period: Immediate to 60 Days Preferred

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Position.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA degree or equivalent or related field

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