# Network Security Architect at Palo Alto Networks

- Company: Palo Alto Networks
- What the company does: Implement Zero Trust, Secure your Network, Cloud workloads, Hybrid Workforce, Leverage Threat Intelligence & Security Consulting. Cybersecurity Services & Education for CISO’s, Head of Infrastructure, Network Security Engineers, Cloud Architects & SOC Managers. Backed by Greylock, Sequoia and Felicis.
- Company website: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Office - USA - CA - Headquarters
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-30
- Apply by: 2026-12-14
- Apply: https://paloaltonetworks.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/panwexternalcareers/job/Office---USA---CA---Headquarters/Principal-Enterprise-Network-Security-Architect_JR-020346?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/palo-alto-networks-network-security-architect/

## About the role

Information Technology - Working at a high-tech cybersecurity company within Information Technology is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You’ll join the brightest minds in technology, creating, building, and supporting tools and enabling our global teams on the front line of defense against cyberattacks. We’re connected by one mission but driven by the impact of that mission and what it means to protect our way of life in the digital age. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelors degree with 12+ years of progressive experience in large enterprise networking and network security engineering, with a demonstrable track record of leadership in large-scale environments
- Deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, advanced network segmentation, and Proven experience designing and securing massive, global hybrid-cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, or GCP paired with on-prem)
- Experience with leveraging AI/ML tools to simplify operational tasks and build auto-healing capabilities
- Exceptional expertise in firewall technologies, VPN, IDS/IPS, NAC, and advanced micro segmentation strategies
- Mastery of routing, switching, and TCP/IP protocols, significant experience with Arista, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise-grade network hardware
- Must be local to SF bay area or willing to relocate on their own


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