Network Engineer

Job Description

The Network Engineer will directly support the Zscaler Platform Manager in executing product strategy, technical implementations, and customer-success initiatives across NOV’s global network and security platforms. The role translates strategic vision into operational excellence through hands-on network engineering, Zero-Trust security deployment, and customer-facing delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking (routing, switching, firewall administration, proxies, loadbalancers, and network-security operations).
• Core Technical Skills:
  • Zscaler Expertise - Proven experience with Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) configuration & management
  • Firewall Management - Advanced experience with firewall rules, policies, and enterprise-security implementations
  • Network Fundamentals - Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP/OSPF), VLANs, QoS, and network segmentation
  • VPN & Zero Trust - Comprehensive experience in VPN deployment, troubleshooting, and integration with Zero-Trust architectures
  • Authentication Systems - Proficiency with SAML, OAuth, and modern authentication protocols; identity-provider integration (Okta, Azure AD)
  • Cloud Platforms - Extensive knowledge of Azure and other cloud-security platforms; SaaS integration
  • Virtualization - Experience with virtual-machine management and cloud-infrastructure deployment
• Advanced Technical Capabilities:
  • Deep understanding of internet protocols and information-security frameworks
  • SIM integration for log ingestion and correlation
  • Automation proficiency (Python, Terraform, Ansible, and other scripting languages) for deployment and configuration management
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Exchange, OneDrive, Intune, SharePoint) administration

Preferred Certifications & Skills

• Zscaler Certified (ZDTA, ZDTE, or equivalent)
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP (or comparable networking certification)
• Experience with Palo Alto, Cloudflare, Versa, SD-WAN, or other next-generation security vendors
• Bilingual capabilities to support a diverse customer base

Professional Competencies

• Advanced troubleshooting for complex, multi-system problems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Strong organizational ability to manage multiple concurrent deployments
• Outstanding written and oral communication, able to translate technical concepts to varied audiences
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining high quality standards

Personal & Cultural Attributes

• Professional demeanor and collaborative team-player mentality aligned with NOV’s inclusive culture
• Passion for continuous learning and fearless approach to emerging technologies
• Customer-service excellence mindset with a commitment to exceeding expectations
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments with meticulous attention to detail

Work Environment & Collaboration

• Proficiency with virtual collaboration tools for customer engagement
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing deployments while supporting strategic initiatives
• Flexibility to rotate between roles and projects as business needs evolve
• Commitment to continuous learning to stay current with Zscaler updates and industry trends

Equal Opportunity Employer

NOV is committed to building a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected-veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.