Hands-on experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and modern identity-based access controls.
Solid understanding and operational experience with SD-WAN technologies, including application-aware routing, dynamic path selection, and branch connectivity.
Experience integrating security and networking services such as SWG (Secure Web Gateway), CASB, FWaaS, and DLP within a SASE or SSE framework.
Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) integrations, including SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and MFA with common identity providers (e.g., Azure AD / Entra ID, Okta).
Excellent networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP/OSPF), DNS, NAT, and IPsec/SSL VPN technologies.
Experience securing access to SaaS and cloud applications, including CASB policies, shadow IT visibility, and data protection controls.
Understanding of public cloud networking concepts within AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments.
Experience integrating SASE platforms with security monitoring tools such as SIEM, XDR, or logging platforms.
Familiarity with automation and APIs, with exposure to tools such as Python, Terraform, or Ansible considered a plus.
solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across networking, security, and identity-based access environments.
Experience with leading SASE / SSE platforms such as Fortinet, Zscaler, Palo Alto Networks (Prisma Access), Netskope, or Cisco.
Good knowledge and understanding of Public Cloud environments such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (desirable).