Senior Consultant

Job Title: Senior Consultant – Network Infrastructure & Cloudflare ZTNA

Location: Sweden - Remote

Type: Contract / Permanent

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant specializing in Network Infrastructure, Network Security, and Cloudflare Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).

The consultant will be responsible for designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing secure enterprise network architectures. The role will lead complex initiatives involving Cloudflare ZTNA deployments, network security, system integrations, and network automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement Cloudflare Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions.
• Lead Cloudflare ZTNA deployments and migrations from traditional VPN/perimeter-based models to Zero Trust architectures.
• Provide expert consulting, troubleshooting, and optimization for network security and access control.
• Work with enterprise networking technologies from:
• Cisco
• Arista
• Palo Alto Networks
• Aruba
• Other leading network/security vendors
• Design and implement network automation using:
• APIs
• Python
• Scripting
• Docker / Containerization
• Provide technical expertise across SD-WAN, firewalls, routing, and switching.
• Lead and support enterprise-level network security projects and system integrations.
• Collaborate directly with clients and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver secure network solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues and optimize existing architectures.
• Prepare technical architecture and solution documentation.
• Deliver knowledge transfer and technical training to project and client teams.
• Support project delivery teams throughout implementation and transition.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in Network Infrastructure and Network Security.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cloudflare Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) implementations.
• Experience designing and implementing Cloudflare ZTNA solutions in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of:
• SD-WAN
• Firewalls
• Routing
• Switching
• Hands-on experience with APIs, Python scripting, automation, and Docker.
• Experience with enterprise networking/security technologies such as:
• Cisco
• Arista
• Palo Alto Networks
• Aruba
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-level network security projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.

Highly Desirable

• Large-scale Cloudflare ZTNA implementation experience in enterprise environments.
• Experience migrating from traditional VPN/perimeter security models to Zero Trust.
• Experience with Palo Alto Networks ZTNA / Prisma Access.
• Experience with Zscaler ZTNA / ZPA.
• Experience with complex network security integrations and automation.

Certifications – Nice to Have

• Cloudflare Zero Trust / Network Security certifications.
• CCNP Enterprise or equivalent advanced Cisco certification.
• CCNP Security.
• CISSP.
• Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT).
• Zscaler certifications, including ZPA/ZIA tracks.
• Palo Alto Networks certifications such as PCNSE or Prisma Access certifications.