Senior Network Security Engineer

Senior Network Security Engineer, IT / Cybersecurity Team

Palo Alto, CA (on-site)

We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

We’re seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and security of 1X’s network infrastructure across corporate, cloud, and co-located environments. You’ll ensure scalable, high-performance connectivity while upholding best practices in network security and collaborating across teams.

• Architect, design, and implement secure and optimized network solutions for corporate offices, cloud infrastructure, and data centers
• Manage and execute site builds, including secure office network deployments
• Configure, secure, and manage wireless networks following security best practices
• Troubleshoot wired, wireless, and service provider connectivity issues to maximize performance and uptime
• Continuously optimize network performance, scalability, reliability, and security
• Collaborate with IT, business, and operations teams to gather requirements and deliver resilient networking solutions
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation including network diagrams, configurations, and policies
• Travel occasionally, both locally and domestically, to support site deployments or audits

• 5–10 years of experience in network engineering or a related field
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP fundamentals and the OSI model
• Experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting leaf-and-spine architectures using HPE Aruba CX switches
• Expertise in EVPN/VXLAN, VSX, MLAG, BGP, OSPF, and fabric-level routing
• Proficiency in diagnosing complex L2/L3 issues, including routing anomalies and segmentation
• Experience deploying and managing Aruba APs, controllers, and Aruba Central/Air Wave
• Deep understanding of Wi‑Fi design, including RF planning and optimization techniques
• Implementation of certificate-based onboarding for Wi‑Fi using Clear Pass and EAP‑TLS
• Operation and troubleshooting of Aruba Clear Pass (RADIUS, TACACS+, profiling, posture, PKI integration)
• Management and debugging of Palo Alto firewalls (Panorama, NAT, VPNs, QoS, App‑/User‑)
• Expertise in DNS and DHCP design, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with PKI, certificate lifecycle, and automated device enrollment
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Grafana, Net Flow, SNMP, Syslog, telemetry)
• Knowledge of network automation tools and practices
• Familiarity with modern security stack components such as cloud security (Wiz), endpoint security (MDM, EDR, Crowd Strike), asset management/CMDB, and vulnerability management

• Salary Range: $180k-$235k+ Equity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.