Network Engineer

Summary

Join New Era Technology as a Senior Network Engineer, contributing to a strategic network security initiative. You will review and document existing DMZ connectivity, clean up outdated configurations, and prepare the environment for a new Palo Alto firewall architecture. This role requires strong experience in DMZ infrastructure, BGP/static routing, and firewall integration. You will collaborate with the firewall engineering team, ensure seamless policy migration, and maintain detailed documentation. The position is remote and US-based, requiring prior pharmaceutical industry experience. New Era offers a team-oriented culture, continuous training, and competitive benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering with a focus on routing and firewall environments
• Must have prior Pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong hands-on experience with BGP, static routing, and Cisco or Juniper switch configurations
• Familiarity with DMZ network design, network segmentation, and perimeter security principles
• Knowledge of Checkpoint and Palo Alto
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Comfortable working after hours or weekends during cutover events
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Regular, repetitive movements such as typing, mouse movements, and scrolling. Ability to hear and understand spoken communications, both in person and via remote communication tools (e.g., phone, video conferencing)
• Ability to see and read computer screens and printed documents, as well as adjust focus. This includes prolonged periods of looking at a computer screen
• This is a remote US based position
• Must have previous pharmaceutical experience

Responsibilities

• Review and identify all existing DMZ network connectivity, including: BGP routing configurations and peerings
• Static routes implemented across DMZ routers and switches
• Layer 2/3 switch configurations supporting the DMZ zone
• Document current DMZ design, routing paths, and interdependencies across systems and services
• Collaborate with the firewall engineering team to: Identify and validate unused firewall rules
• Assist in cleanup of legacy and redundant rule sets
• Ensure seamless policy migration into the new Palo Alto architecture
• Remove obsolete static routes and deprecated configurations from DMZ switches to improve security posture and simplify operations
• Prepare network infrastructure to support the rollout of Palo Alto firewalls, including interface configurations, VRFs, and routing redistribution planning
• Validate connectivity post-migration and support troubleshooting as needed
• Maintain detailed documentation for routing tables, switch configurations, and firewall policies
• Ensure compliance with internal network and security standards, regulatory requirements, and change management processes
• Provide troubleshooting support during and after migration events