Palo Alto Network Security Solution Architect

Role              : Network Security Solution Architect
Location       : Remote
Duration      : Contract 
 
Job Description: 
•    We are looking for a Senior Palo Alto Network Security Solution Architect for a contract role, who can operate at a pre-sales and solution design level while also providing hands-on technical guidance. This role requires direct client interaction and strong communication skills in a fully remote setup.
Key Responsibilities:
•    Act as a trusted security advisor to clients, understanding business and technical requirements.
•    Lead pre-sales activities, including solution design, architecture discussions, and technical presentations.
•    Design end-to-end Palo Alto Network Security solutions (Next-Gen Firewalls, Panorama, VPNs, Threat Prevention).
•    Define security architectures for on-prem, cloud (Azure/AWS), and hybrid environments.
•    Support POCs, solution sizing, BOM creation, and effort estimation.
•    Guide implementation teams with high-level designs, best practices, and troubleshooting support.
•    Review and optimize existing firewall and network security architectures.
•    Prepare and present solution documents, HLDs/LLDs, and client proposals.
•    Collaborate with sales, delivery, and customer stakeholders to ensure solution alignment.
Key Skills & Experience:
•    10+ years of experience in Network & Security, with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks.
•    Strong hands-on and architectural knowledge of PAN-OS, Panorama, security policies, VPNs, and advanced threat prevention.
•    Proven experience in pre-sales or solution architect roles with customer-facing exposure.
•    Solid understanding of enterprise networking and security best practices.
•    Experience designing solutions for cloud and hybrid infrastructures.
•    Ability to work independently and confidently in a contract-based, remote engagement.
Certifications (Preferred):
•    Palo Alto PCNSE / PCNSC / PCNSA
•    Relevant cloud security certifications (Azure/AWS – nice to have)