Principal Network Engineer

📋 Description

• Act as the technical expert for the Network 2.0 ZTNA program — own the architecture, lead design
• Build and validate the full ZTNA architecture across all primary and international sites — defining
• Own Palo Alto Panorama at the platform level — template hierarchy, device group build, policy push
• Develop the AWS and Palo Alto Panorama cloud integration — specifying how cloud-native firewall
• Lead the Palo Alto Cloud Identity Engine (CIE) architecture (Year 2, joint with IAM): build the
• Guide GlobalProtect architecture choices — agent setup, split tunneling policy, certificate trust

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of enterprise network engineering with demonstrated depth in large-scale architecture
• Expert-level Palo Alto NGFW and Panorama proficiency — template hierarchy, device groups, security
• Proven ZTNA architecture experience — you have built a ZTNA deployment, not just configured one
• Extensive understanding of GlobalProtect — including agent architecture, gateway setup, certificate
• AWS network architecture hands-on — VPC build, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, AWS Network
• Understanding of identity-to-network enforcement patterns — how identity signals translate into

Nice to Have

• Practical experience with Palo Alto Cloud Identity Engine (CIE) — incorporating Okta or Entra group
• Network automation depth — Python, Ansible, or Panorama API scripting for policy automation
• Background in GCP network setup — VPC Service Controls, Cloud Armor, or hybrid connectivity
• Experience working in a multi-studio, multi-site entertainment or gaming enterprise with
• Active certifications: PCNSE (Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer), ZTNA specialist, or

The pay transparency range for this role is listed below. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees.

Pay Range

Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, 401(k) match, Parental Leave, Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts, Tuition Reimbursement, Product Discounts, and more.