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Network and Security Engineer Outside IR35 Contract role - £360p/d Hybrid - Moorgate nearest tube Outside IR35 contract opportunity for a skilled Network and Security Engineer . In this role, you will be implementing, testing, and documenting the rollout of a critical service across a global network infrastructure. Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama , a solid grounding in routing (Juniper / Cisco) , and a passion for precise documentation and operational excellence. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems is a plus. What you'll bring: Proven experience with Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama) - troubleshooting in complex multi-vsys/ multi-VR environments Strong routing and troubleshooting skills - proven experience in b oth Juniper and Cisco environments (Juniper / Cisco). Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP). Knowledge of VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL) and related troubleshooting. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills. Clear communication abilities, both written and verbal. Beneficial Experience Familiarity with cloud integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP). Understanding of PAM and Zero Trust Access concepts. Preferred Certifications Palo Alto PCNSE or PCNSA (highly preferred). Juniper / Cisco certifications up to CCNP level. Key Responsibilities Update and maintain Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation with site-specific configuration details. Review service requests and raise change requests where required. Implement and test firewall policies using Panorama. Troubleshoot connectivity issues across networks, applications, and security devices. Collaborate with security and infrastructure teams to ensure compliance with policies and standards. Configure access policies in PAM systems.