The Sr. IT Systems Engineer - Networking role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining networking solutions, including firewalls, wireless systems, cloud networking, and SD-WAN. Key Responsibilities - Network Infrastructure Design & Implementation: - Design and implement networking solutions for branch offices, data centers, and cloud environments. - Deploy, configure, and maintain firewalls (Palo Alto), routers, and switches (Aruba). - Manage Palo Alto Panorama for enterprise-wide firewall policies. - Optimize routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VRF Lite, TCP/IP v4 & v6). - Security & Compliance: - Implement and manage forward proxy SSL, VPNs, and network access control. - Maintain compliance with SOX, ITIL, and industry security standards. - Firewall rule management. - Network Performance & Monitoring: - Utilize LogicMonitor, Nagios, and Wireshark for network analytics and troubleshooting. - IT Operations & Project Management: - Implement IT projects such as migrating onboarding new companies to the group. - Manage multi-site VPNs and datacenter interconnectivity. - Maintain infrastructure documentation, network diagrams, and runbooks. - Train and support Level 1/2 engineers and service desk teams. - Handle service requests and incidents using ServiceNow. - Ensure high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) planning for network infrastructure. Requirements - Education: - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. - Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator or equivalent is a plus. - Certifications: - Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) is a plus. - ITIL Foundation Certification is a plus. - Experience: - Minimum 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and networking roles. - Experience in global network administration across multiple regions (Europe, US, Latin America, Africa). - Strong background in enterprise security, cloud networking, and automation. Competencies - Deep knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VRF Lite, TCP/IP v4 & v6). - Hands-on experience with firewalls, routing, and security policies using Palo Alto and Aruba. - Expertise in cloud networking and security (AWS, VPNs, SD-WAN). - Experience with IT security frameworks (PCI-DSS, ITIL). - Proficiency in scripting & automation. - Strong analytical skills with network monitoring tools. - Excellent communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus. - Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers. - Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage a team of IT experts.