Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network EngineerClearance Level: Top Secret (SCI eligible) Education: Bachelors Location: San Antonio, TX US (Primary) Travel: 0%Company Overview:AMS Technologies is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions, dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation to our clients. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic team in San Antonio, TX.Position Overview:As a Senior Network Engineer at AMS Technologies, you will be instrumental in delivering network architecture support and developing both conceptual and detailed system designs. You will drive network technology enhancements and capability enablement initiatives, ensuring the robustness and security of our network infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Palo Alto Firewall Management:Design, configure, deploy, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PA-Series, Panorama, etc.)Administer Palo Alto firewalls to ensure high availability and optimal performanceImplement, manage, and audit firewall policies, security rules, and network segmentationNetwork Design & Integration:Develop conceptual and detailed network system designs for technology enhancementsConduct requirements analysis and develop solutions, including preliminary and detailed designsPerform system integration, testing, and deployment engineering for high-priority initiativesTechnical Support & Troubleshooting:Troubleshoot firewall and network issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve performance/configuration problemsMonitor network security, identify vulnerabilities, and apply appropriate mitigation measuresCollaboration & Documentation:Collaborate with IT teams to ensure network security and provide technical support for infrastructure projectsDocument firewall configurations, security changes, and network diagramsAssist in disaster recovery, business continuity, and network optimization effortsContinuous Improvement:Stay updated with Palo Alto Networks and Cisco software updates, patches, DISA STIGs, and best practicesUtilize network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, or Splunk for both Palo Alto and Cisco environmentsAdditional Duties:Integrate hardware for testing, develop and test proposed solutions, and validate designs through site surveysSupport deployments as needed and develop documentation to meet standard engineering lifecycle management requirementsPerform other related duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related fieldEquivalent work experience considered (10-12 years preferred)Certifications:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Required (Routing & Switching or Security focus)Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing & Switching – RequiredCompTIA Security+ CE – RequiredDoD 8570 certifications such as CompTIA CASP+ are requiredExperience:3-5 years of hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PA-Series, Panorama, and related technologies)3-5 years of experience in network design, configuration, and troubleshooting with Cisco devices (routers, switches, firewalls)Strong understanding and practical experience with network security and firewall managementHands-on experience configuring and managing VLANs, VPNs, NAT, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), and QoSExperience with high availability (HA) configurations for both Palo Alto and Cisco devicesFamiliarity with network segmentation, firewall rule configuration, and VPN solutions (site-to-site, client VPN, SSL VPN)Proficiency in both Palo Alto and Cisco CLI for configuration and troubleshooting tasksTechnical Skills:Skilled in Palo Alto Networks firewall policies, threat prevention, application control, URL filtering, NAT, and SSL decryptionIn-depth knowledge of Cisco routing, switching, network security protocols, and firewall management (including ASA or Firepower)Proficiency in IPSec, SSL VPNs, and GRE tunnelingAbility to configure, deploy, and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and other advanced routing protocolsHands-on experience with Panorama for centralized Palo Alto management and reportingExperience with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, or Splunk for both Palo Alto and Cisco environmentsSoft Skills:Strong problem-solving and analytical skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentExcellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external vendorsSelf-motivated, proactive, and able to manage time and tasks effectivelyAbility to explain complex technical concepts in simple terms for stakeholdersJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridaySecurity clearance:Top Secret (Required)Work Location:In person