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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Engineer, Network Security Platform - **Company:** Kpmg LLP - **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Proxy Servers, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Network Security, Cisco Nexus Switches, Ansible, 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-baltimore-md-usa-58865500 ## About the Role root cause and preventative analysis; establish network environments by configuring systems and enforcing standards * Offer last-tier support and training to Network team and other stakeholders * Uphold integrity and professionalism to foster a respectful work environment and strong collaboration across teams Tasks * 5+ years with web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma, etc.) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep expertise with Palo Alto firewalls (Strata and VM-Series), Panorama, and Prisma Access/SaaS security * Hands-on GCP engineering experience (VPC design, Cloud Armor) and Zscaler ZIA/ZPA * Strong background in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication and leadership abilities; ability to manage multiple projects and contribute to resource planning * Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship currently or in the future Key requirements * comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental plans * aa team coverage * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits * Paid time off and holidays ## Description Experteer Overview In this role you will help shape the network security platform within KPMG's Digital Nexus team, steering architecture roadmaps and ensuring secure, scalable deployments. You will align security tooling with cloud and on-prem infrastructure while collaborating across functions to deliver high-impact technology initiatives. You'll address complex security challenges, drive best practices, and mentor the Network team. This position offers exposure to leading-edge security technologies and the chance to influence security outcomes at scale. Compensation / Benefits * Develop and maintain technology architecture roadmaps and align them with industry standards; ensure Zscaler, GCP, and Palo Alto integrations work cohesively with the broader infrastructure * Maintain deep technical and business knowledge to deliver roadmap initiatives on schedule and with high quality * Provide guidance and ensure adherence to product development processes; perform last-tier support including root cause and preventative analysis; establish network environments by configuring systems and enforcing standards * Offer last-tier support and training to Network team and other stakeholders * Uphold integrity and professionalism to foster a respectful work environment and strong collaboration across teams Tasks * 5+ years with web proxy products (Zscaler, Palo Alto Prisma, etc.) and cloud environments (Azure, GCP) * Deep expertise with Palo Alto firewalls (Strata and VM-Series), Panorama, and Prisma Access/SaaS security * Hands-on GCP engineering experience (VPC design, Cloud Armor) and Zscaler ZIA/ZPA * Strong background in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) * Excellent communication and leadership abilities; ability to manage multiple projects and contribute to resource planning * Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship currently or in the future Key requirements * comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental plans * vision coverage * disability and life insurance * 401(k) plans * personal well-being benefits * Paid time off and holidays ## Related Videos - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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