Network Administrator Firewall Focus (Palo Alto)

Job Title: Network Administrator Firewall Focus (Palo Alto)
Location: Hybrid (Jacksonville, FL)
Job Type: Long term Contract

Job Description:
We are seeking a Skilled Network Administrator with a strong focus on firewall administration, specifically experienced in Palo Alto Networks platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the support, maintenance, and optimization of next-generation firewall (NGFW) environments across our enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewall policies, security profiles, and threat prevention features
• Provide ongoing operational support including rule set audits, software updates, log analysis, and incident response
• Contribute to network security projects including segmentation and VPN deployments
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance, visibility, and adherence to corporate security policies
• Monitor network security infrastructure proactively and recommend improvements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in administering and supporting Palo Alto firewalls in an enterprise environment
• Strong understanding of network security best practices and NGFW technologies
• Familiarity with rule audits, threat detection/prevention, and security monitoring tools
• Experience working in hybrid network environments
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional IT and security teams