PCNSE Certified Palo Alto Firewall Engineer

Introduction

The PCNSE Certified Palo Alto Firewall Engineer will be responsible for partnering with the security team to install, configure, and manage Palo Alto firewalls as part of a router replacement project. This role involves working on-site at partner locations, collaborating with internal teams and external partners, and ensuring network security compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform router replacement with firewall, policy configurations, software updates, and health monitoring.
• Collaborate with teams to plan and execute firewall replacement projects at partner sites.
• Implement secure network designs, including site-to-site VPNs, DMZs, and segmentation policies.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for firewall-related security incidents, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Conduct periodic firewall reviews and ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Work with the cybersecurity team to align firewall configurations with audit and regulatory requirements.
• Support testing at data centers and prepare documentation for implementation at remote sites.
• Design, configure, implement, install, and manage Palo Alto devices including firewalls.
• Support device migration, troubleshooting, and diagnosis.
• Continuous monitoring and assessment of network security.
• Provide customers with Palo Alto security solutions based on infrastructure requirements.
• Collaborate in the design and implementation of complex network technologies.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, SOPs, and firewall rules.
• Perform platform lifecycle management activities.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• 5-7 years in enterprise network engineering roles with a focus on firewalls.
• Three years of hands-on experience configuring and supporting Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Familiarity with Panorama, Palo Alto''s centralized management solution.
• Knowledge of network segmentation, NAT, SSL decryption, and IPsec tunnels.
• Ability to travel to multiple sites as needed.
• Strong proficiency in on-prem and cloud Panorama management.
• Ability to reconcile complex data sets.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry best practices for IT network security.
• Technical proficiency in using office productivity software.
• Preferred professional certifications in Palo Alto firewall management.

Required Skills:

• 5 years of experience in enterprise network engineering roles with a focus on firewalls.
• 5 years of hands-on experience configuring and supporting Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• 2 years of experience working with Panorama, Palo Alto''s centralized management solution.
• 5 years of knowledge and experience in network segmentation, NAT, SSL decryption, and IPsec tunnels.
• 5 years of strong proficiency in on-premises and cloud Panorama management.
• 5 years of knowledge of industry best practices for IT network security.
• 5 years of exceptional firewall configuration and management skills.
• 5 years of proven ability to review router configurations and migrate them to a firewall.
• Professional certifications in Palo Alto firewall management are preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related discipline.