Network Specialist

Kentucky, KY, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
On-site
USD $30.00 - 35.00 per hour
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Skills

  • Firewall Administration
  • Network Security
  • Issue Resolution
  • Authentication
  • Collaboration
  • Computer Networking
  • Network Operations
  • NAT
  • Command-line Interface
  • Data Collection
  • High Availability
  • IPsec
  • WAN
  • Cisco
  • Border Gateway Protocol
  • Virtual Private Network
  • Stacks Blockchain
  • Active Directory
  • RADIUS
  • Multi-factor Authentication
  • Microsoft Azure
  • SSL
  • Lifecycle Management
  • Management
  • Firewall
  • Documentation
  • Palo Alto
  • Data Link Layer
  • Network

Summary

Network Specialist
Hybrid Role
Compensation: $30-$35 per hour
ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a skilled Network Specialist to serve as a Firewall Administrator, focusing on the administration and support of Palo Alto firewalls (3K and 5K series) managed by Panorama. This contract role is ideal for experienced professionals with a strong background in Palo Alto firewall management, high availability (HA) configurations, and advanced troubleshooting. You will play a key role in building and maintaining Security and NAT policies, supporting HA pairs with multiple virtual firewalls, and ensuring the security and reliability of network operations. The position also involves working with GlobalProtect VPN environments, IPSEC VPN tunnels, mixed-vendor environments, and collaborating directly with Palo Alto Support to resolve platform issues. Experience with Layer 2 and 3 networking is preferred.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Administer and maintain Palo Alto firewalls (3K and 5K series) managed by Panorama
  • Build and manage Security and NAT policies to ensure robust network security
  • Configure and support HA firewall active/standby and multiple virtual firewall environments
  • Troubleshoot and collect performance data using CLI for effective issue resolution
  • Perform PAN-OS upgrades on HA firewalls and Panorama management consoles (minimum two upgrade cycles completed)
  • Administer and troubleshoot GlobalProtect VPN environments and IPSEC VPN tunnels to WAN and third-party vendors
  • Support mixed-vendor environments, including Cisco and Cradlepoint devices
  • Configure BGP for VPN tunnel setup and management
  • Manage Palo Alto dedicated log collectors and utilize firewall templates and template stacks in Panorama
  • Integrate User-ID with Active Directory and RADIUS for user authentication
  • Implement multi-factor authentication with Azure
  • Implement and manage SSL certificates on Palo Alto firewalls, including lifecycle management
  • Configure and manage External Dynamic Lists for dynamic policy enforcement
  • Leverage firewall logs to inform and automate policy decisions
  • Utilize TAG objects for enhanced rule management beyond documentation/identification
  • Collaborate directly with Palo Alto Support to resolve platform and operational issues
  • Apply Layer 2 and 3 networking knowledge as needed to support network operations
WHAT YOU BRING

  • At least 3 years of direct, hands-on administration of Palo Alto firewalls (3K and 5K series) managed by Panorama
  • Experience building and maintaining Security and NAT policies
  • Proven ability to manage HA firewall active/standby configurations and support HA pairs with multiple virtual firewalls
  • Strong CLI skills for troubleshooting and performance data collection
  • Demonstrated experience performing PAN-OS upgrades on HA firewalls and Panorama management consoles (minimum two upgrade cycles completed)
  • Expertise in administering and troubleshooting GlobalProtect VPN environments and IPSEC VPN tunnels to WAN and third-party vendors
  • Experience working in mixed-vendor environments, including Cisco and Cradlepoint devices
  • Working knowledge of BGP for VPN tunnel configuration
  • Experience with Palo Alto dedicated log collectors
  • Proficiency in using firewall templates and template stacks in Panorama
  • Experience with User-ID integration with Active Directory and RADIUS
  • Ability to implement multi-factor authentication with Azure
  • Experience with SSL certificate implementation and lifecycle management on Palo Alto firewalls
  • Knowledge of External Dynamic List configuration and management
  • Ability to use firewall logs to inform and automate policy decisions
  • Effective use of TAG objects beyond rule documentation/identification
  • Experience working directly with Palo Alto Support to resolve platform issues
  • Layer 2 and 3 network experience preferred
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10110651
  • Position Id: a1Wcv000000G8hZEAS
  • Posted 4 hours ago

Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: 

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. 

 Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
  • AWS Partner
  • Salesforce Partner
  • Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
  • Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
  • Tableau Services Partner
  • Snowflake Partner
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

  • Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
  • Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
  • 2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
  • Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
  • Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
  • Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
  • Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
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