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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Engineer, Network Security Platform - **Company:** Kpmg LLP - **Location:** Albany, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxy Servers, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Network Security, Cisco Nexus Switches, Ansible, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloud Integration, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/lead-engineer-network-security-platform-albany-ny-usa-58865515 ## About the Role GCP performance and budgets * Offer last-tier support for operations, including root cause and preventative analysis; design and enforce system standards * Provide training and guidance to Network team; support cross-functional collaboration * Lead by upholding integrity and professional standards in a collaborative environment Tasks * Minimum five years of experience with Web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma, others) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep expertise with Palo Alto firewalls (physical Strata and VM-Series), Panorama, and Prisma Access/SaaS security * Hands-on Google Cloud Platform engineering focused on VPC, Cloud Armor, and security integrations * Proven Zscaler engineering experience (ZIA, ZPA design, implementation, management) * Strong background in network automation and IaC (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication and ability to lead teams; capable of multi-project prioritization Key requirements * comprehensive benefits package * medical and aaaa * plans * vision coverage * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits ## Description Experteer Overview As Lead Engineer, Network Security Platform, you will shape and implement the security architecture roadmap for a digital Nexus technology initiative. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Zscaler, GCP and Palo Alto within the broader infrastructure, delivering secure, scalable cloud-enabled solutions. You'll provide guidance, ensure quality and adhere to budgets while acting as a senior technical anchor for operations. This role offers impact across security architecture, cloud integration and platform-led transformation at a premier professional services firm. Your work supports a culture of innovation, integrity and client-focused outcomes. Compensation / Benefits * Develop and maintain technology architecture roadmaps; assess current network security architecture and plan improvements * Ensure integration of Zscaler, GCP, Palo Alto with other infrastructure components * Provide guidance and ensure adherence to product development processes, performance and budgets * Offer last-tier support for operations, including root cause and preventative analysis; design and enforce system standards * Provide training and guidance to Network team; support cross-functional collaboration * Lead by upholding integrity and professional standards in a collaborative environment Tasks * Minimum five years of experience with Web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma, others) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep expertise with Palo Alto firewalls (physical Strata and VM-Series), Panorama, and Prisma Access/SaaS security * Hands-on Google Cloud Platform engineering focused on VPC, Cloud Armor, and security integrations * Proven Zscaler engineering experience (ZIA, ZPA design, implementation, management) * Strong background in network automation and IaC (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication and ability to lead teams; capable of multi-project prioritization Key requirements * comprehensive benefits package * medical and dental plans * vision coverage * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits ## Related Videos - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Ansible](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/932-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-ansible) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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