Cloud Network Engineer

**** For Faster response on the position, please send a message to Jimmy Escobar on LinkedIn or send an email to Jimmy.Escobar@roberthalf(.com) with your resume. You can also call my office number at 424-270-9193****

We are looking for a skilled Cloud Network Engineer to join our team in Woodland Hills, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing, managing, and optimizing network and cloud infrastructures, with a focus on Palo Alto security platforms and Azure networking. As this is a Contract-to-Permanent position, we are seeking candidates passionate about delivering innovative solutions and contributing to the success of our IT operations.

Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy network configurations for Palo Alto firewalls and Azure cloud networking.

• Develop and integrate CI/CD pipelines to support network automation in collaboration with DevOps and cloud teams.

• Manage and maintain Palo Alto Panorama and Prisma Cloud environments to ensure operational efficiency.

• Implement and oversee network monitoring systems, including telemetry streaming, to enhance observability.

• Lead updates, patches, and configuration changes to network systems while minimizing downtime.

• Provide technical expertise and leadership for office network infrastructure, including wireless and switching systems.

• Optimize and manage Meraki network solutions for office environments.

• Act as an escalation point for critical network incidents, resolving issues promptly.

• Create and maintain documentation for network processes to improve service delivery and operational standards.

• Stay informed about emerging technologies and automation tools to enhance network agility and security.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Extensive knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls, Prisma Cloud, Panorama, and Azure networking.

• Proven expertise in network automation using tools such as Ansible or Terraform.

• Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills for complex network environments.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Familiarity with monitoring techniques for telemetry streaming and network observability.

• Industry experience in maritime or aerospace sectors is a plus.

• Relevant certifications, such as AZ-700 or others related to networking and cloud technologies, are highly desirable.

**** For Faster response on the position, please send a message to Jimmy Escobar on LinkedIn or send an email to Jimmy.Escobar@roberthalf(.com) with your resume. You can also call my office number at 424-270-9193****

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