Network Administrator (Palo Alto)

About Us: GECO Philippines, part of the GECO Asia Group of Companies, is a specialist IT Consulting Services company with headquarters in Singapore and two delivery centers in the Philippines. Position: Network Administrator We are looking for a Network Administrator to join our growing Technology Services team. In this role, you will manage, secure, and optimize enterprise-level network environments, ensuring seamless connectivity, infrastructure automation, and alignment with security and compliance standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment and want to work with modern network technologies, automation, and cloud platforms— this is your opportunity to grow . Key Qualifications & Skills: Must-Have: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field At least 2-3 years of experience in infrastructure and 3-5 years as a Network Administrator Strong hands-on experience with: Cisco networking devices Palo Alto firewalls Infoblox IPAM/DNS/DHCP Azure Firewall and cloud routing Familiarity with ITIL-aligned incident, problem, and change management processes Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and troubleshooting capabilities Strong verbal and written communication skills (French reading is a plus) Nice to Have: Experience with Micro Frontend Architecture, Bootstrap, Node.js Exposure to NetApp, Veeam, Commvault Awareness of ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR network compliance standards Background in scripting or automation using modern tools and infrastructure as code concepts Job Responsibilities: Network Operations & Support Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN/WLAN environments Configure and optimize routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and switching technologies (VLANs, STP, QoS) Maintain firewall security (Palo Alto, Fortinet) including VPNs, NAT, HA, and threat prevention features Ensure high availability and optimal performance across local and remote network segments Monitoring & Incident Management Deploy and manage monitoring tools such as SolarWinds (NPM, NetFlow), SNMP, and syslog Analyze network events, generate alerts, and respond to incidents within SLA timelines Conduct root cause analysis, develop post-incident documentation, and recommend preventive solutions Automation & Configuration Management Script and automate repetitive tasks using Python, Ansible, or PowerShell Implement and manage network infrastructure as code using Terraform and version control (Git) Cloud & SD-WAN Integration Design and support SD-WAN overlays with dynamic path selection Integrate on-premises networks with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) Manage traffic routing and VPNs to ensure secure, scalable cloud connectivity DNS & IP Management Administer Infoblox for DNS/DHCP, IPAM, API integrations, and failover configurations Maintain DNS records (A, PTR, MX, CNAME) and support DNSSEC best practices Documentation & Collaboration Create and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams (Visio), and SOPs Collaborate with cross-functional and distributed teams across geographies Share knowledge and assist in mentoring junior engineers as needed Why Join GECO Philippines? Competitive compensation and benefits Exposure to global projects and enterprise technologies Fast-paced environment with opportunities for skill advancement Collaborative team culture with mentoring and continuous learning Hybrid work setup – 3 days onsite, with flexibility for extended support when needed Apply today and be a part of a high-performing tech team where your skills will make a real impact. We’re excited to meet talented professionals who are ready to grow their careers in network engineering! You may send your CV to [email protected]