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# Lead Engineer, Network Security Platform

- **Company:** Kpmg LLP
- **Location:** Jackson, MS, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Proxy Servers, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Cisco Nexus Switches, Ansible, Systems Integration, Cloud Platform System, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Hardware Infrastructure, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/lead-engineer-network-security-platform-jackson-ms-usa-58865475

## About the Role

_ cause and preventative analysis * Design system configurations and enforce standards; oversee system installation and integration * Offer last-tier support and training to Network team members; share knowledge and elevate team capabilities * Act with integrity and professionalism to uphold a respectful work environment Tasks * 5 years' experience with Web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep Palo Alto expertise (physical Strata, VM-Series), Panorama management, Prisma Access/ZIA/ZPA * Hands-on GCP engineering experience (VPC design, Cloud Armor) and integrating security appliances in cloud-native environments * Strong background in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication; ability to lead, prioritize, and collaborate across teams * Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Key requirements * comprehensive compensation and benefits package * medical and dental plans * vision a
ability * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will shape the network security platform roadmap and ensure secure, integrated cloud and on-prem infrastructure. You'll work within the Digital Nexus technology team to translate security needs into practical architectures that align with industry best practices. You will lead escalated investigations, drive high-quality implementations, and mentor the Network team while partnering with cross-functional groups to deliver resilient security solutions at scale. This is a hands-on, impact-driven opportunity to influence how KPMG protects its digital environment. Compensation / Benefits * Assist in developing and maintaining technology architecture roadmaps; evaluate current network security architecture and plan improvements * Ensure integration of technologies (Zscaler, GCP, Palo Alto) with the broader infrastructure * Provide guidance to ensure product development processes meet performance and budget targets; last-tier operations support including root cause and preventative analysis * Design system configurations and enforce standards; oversee system installation and integration * Offer last-tier support and training to Network team members; share knowledge and elevate team capabilities * Act with integrity and professionalism to uphold a respectful work environment Tasks * 5 years' experience with Web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep Palo Alto expertise (physical Strata, VM-Series), Panorama management, Prisma Access/ZIA/ZPA * Hands-on GCP engineering experience (VPC design, Cloud Armor) and integrating security appliances in cloud-native environments * Strong background in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication; ability to lead, prioritize, and collaborate across teams * Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Key requirements * comprehensive compensation and benefits package * medical and dental plans * vision coverage * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits


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