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Senior Network Administrator
Senior Network Administrator - Cloud & Security (Azure/Palo Alto) | McLarens
Established in 1932, McLarens is a premier independent global insurance services provider, specialising in complex, commercial, and niche markets. Our expertise spans comprehensive loss adjusting, claims, and risk management, augmented by forensic technical services, auditing, and pre-risk surveying. With a vast global network, we deliver consistent services backed by localised expertise and responsive support.
Our team—comprising seasoned adjusters boasting 20+ years of experience on average—serves industries including:
- Property
- Casualty
- Crisis Management
- Natural Resources
- Construction & Engineering
- Agriculture
- Aviation
- Forensic Accounting
- Investigation
- Marine
- FAJ & Specie
- Global TPA Services
- Environmental Consulting
Our Values
At McLarens, every professional lives by these guiding principles:
- EXCELLENCE – We aim for nothing less than the highest standards in everything we do.
- TEAMWORK – Collaboration with clients, colleagues, and suppliers drives our success.
- RESPECT – We uphold integrity, honour our commitments, and treat others with dignity.
- KNOWLEDGE – We lead by expertise in our markets but never stop learning.
- THOUGHT LEADERSHIP – Inspired thinking fuels innovation in an evolving industry.
- ACCOUNTABILITY – Urgency, results, and ownership define our approach.
Position Overview
McLarens seeks a highly experienced Senior Network Administrator with a cloud-first mindset, specialising in Microsoft Azure and Palo Alto Networks security solutions.
This key role involves:
- Designing, implementing, and managing Azure-based network infrastructure (e.g., VNets, Azure Firewall, Application Gateways).
- Leading cloud migration/transition projects from on-premises to cloud environments, supporting our global, cloud-first strategy.
- Mastery of Palo Alto’s extended security suite, including:
- Panorama (centralised management)
- Prisma Access (secure cloud access)
- GlobalProtect (secure remote access)
- Cortex Data Lake (threat analytics)
- DLP (Data Loss Prevention) policies
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Candidates must have: ✔ 10+ years in enterprise network administration ✔ 3+ years of hands-on Palo Alto firewall expertise
Key Responsibilities
Azure & Cloud Networking
- Architect, deploy, and manage Azure networking solutions (e.g., VNets, Azure Firewalls, NSGs, ExpressRoute).
- Lead cloud migration strategies, optimising connectivity and resilient failover mechanisms.
- Align networking with business services through collaboration with cloud, app, and infrastructure teams.
Security & Compliance
- Deploy Zero Trust architectures, micro-segmentation, and secure access controls.
- Configure GlobalProtect for secure remote access and manage DLP policies via Cortex Data Lake.
- Monitor network health, threat events, and performance using Azure Monitor, Network Watcher, or third-party tools.
Global Connectivity & Support
- Manage site-to-site VPNs, ExpressRoute, and ISP SLAs across global locations.
- Support branch/remote site networks and hybrid cloud deployments.
Documentation & Best Practices
- Maintain detailed network inventories and deployment documentation.
- Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery (DR) planning in cloud-first environments.
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Essential Experience
- Cloud Networking: Advanced Azure expertise (preferred) with deep knowledge of VNets, Firewalls, App Gateways, and Load Balancers.
- Cloud Migration: Hands-on experience leading legacy network transitions to cloud (hybrid/SAAS/IaaS) environments.
- Palo Alto Ecosystem: Deep expertise in:
- Firewall configuration
- Panorama central management
- Prisma Access and GlobalProtect VPNs
- Cortex Data Lake and DLP
- Layer 7 security (App-ID, User-ID, Content-ID policies)
- WAF & Zero Trust: Deployed Web Application Firewalls (e.g., CloudFlare) and implemented Zero Trust frameworks.
- Site Connectivity: Managed distributed networks, site-to-site VPNs, and branch office connectivity.
- Monitoring: Skilled in Azure-native monitoring (Log Analytics, Network Watcher) or third-party alerts.
- Meraki: Familiarity with Meraki switches, APs, or firewalls (a plus).
Technical Certifications
Required
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
- Azure Network Engineer Associate (or equivalent)
Bonus
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert (entry, advanced, or enterprise cloud certifications)
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
McLarens promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on:
- Race, colour, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, religion
- National origin, age, disability, veteran status
- Genetic information or any other protected characteristic under law.
Harassment of applicants or employees is prohibited.
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