Remote ip network engineer ii (sd-wan palo alto & firewall engineering)

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced IP Network Engineer II with a strong background in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls and PAN-OS SD-WAN to help design, implement, and support large-scale service provider and carrier-class networking environments for our Anchorage, Alaska-based client.

This is a 100% remote opportunity, working standard business hours Monday through Friday in support of the Alaska time zone. This position will play a critical role in the design, deployment, optimization, and support of Palo Alto Firewall platforms, PAN-OS SD-WAN solutions, and carrier-grade IP/MPLS networks. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable leading firewall and SD-WAN initiatives while supporting complex routing environments across multi-vendor network infrastructures.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, deploy, and support Palo Alto Networks Firewall solutions across enterprise and carrier environments
• Engineer, implement, and optimize PAN-OS SD-WAN architectures to improve performance, resiliency, and application visibility
• Configure and troubleshoot advanced security policies, NAT, VPNs, routing, and application-based traffic controls
• Evaluate, test, and validate emerging network and security technologies in lab environments
• Support large-scale IP/MPLS core network and carrier Ethernet infrastructure initiatives
• Provide advanced escalation support for complex network, firewall, and SD-WAN issues
• Collaborate with architecture, operations, and engineering teams to enhance network security, scalability, and performance
• Develop engineering estimates, implementation plans, installation packages, and technical documentation
• Participate in network modernization efforts, capacity planning, and infrastructure improvements
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices related to firewall, SD-WAN, and routing technologies

Required Technical Skills

Core Requirements

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• PAN-OS SD-WAN deployment and support experience
• Experience designing and implementing secure WAN architectures
• Advanced firewall policy management, NAT, VPN, and security zone configuration
• Experience supporting highly available firewall environments
• Routing & Switching Experience
• Routing and switching expertise with: Juniper, Nokia (Alcatel-Lucent)
• Knowledge of: BGP, OSPF, ISIS, EIGRP

Additional Networking Expertise

• IP/MPLS network engineering experience
• Layer 2 technologies including: VLANs, STP, LACP, MC-LAG
• Network security best practices and segmentation strategies
• Strong understanding of scalability, redundancy, reliability, and resiliency principles

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive experience in a carrier, ISP, telecommunications, or large-scale enterprise networking environment
• Strong network documentation and Visio experience
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly Desired Certifications

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
• Palo Alto Networks Certified Software Firewall Engineer (PCSFE)
• Palo Alto Networks SD-WAN certifications
• CCNP Enterprise
• JNCIP/JNCIS
• Nokia NRS Certifications

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to lead impactful Palo Alto Firewall and SD-WAN initiatives
• Work with carrier-grade IP/MPLS and next-generation networking technologies
• 100% remote opportunity supporting a large-scale telecommunications environment
• Exposure to complex multi-vendor infrastructures including Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, and Nokia
• Ability to directly influence network architecture, security posture, and SD-WAN strategy

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $61.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.