Security Engineer - Palo Alto

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Posted 3 hours ago | Updated 3 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

CISSP
Blockchain
Cloud Computing
Computer Networking
Cyber Security
Information Security
Information Technology
Information Systems
Vulnerability Management
Security Awareness
Security+

Job Details

Job Summary

The Security Engineer will play a critical role in enhancing the organization s security posture by managing and optimizing network, system, identity, and cloud security capabilities. The position is responsible for administering security tools, performing threat detection, leading incident response, and supporting the secure design and operation of IT systems. The Security Engineer ensures security best practices are applied across multiple projects and business functions while supporting operational efficiency and risk mitigation.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Administer and maintain security platforms, including NGFW, EDR, SIEM, Identity Protection, PAM/VPAM, and related tools.

  • Lead security event monitoring, incident response, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.

  • Collaborate with IT teams and external service providers to implement secure configurations, cloud migration controls, and security process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate expertise in security solutions, operational practices, emerging threats, and technologies.

  • Administer and provide subject-matter expertise on security tools such as Palo Alto Panorama, PANOS, Prisma, Wildfire, CrowdStrike, Tenable, and Azure security platforms.

  • Develop, execute, and refine security event management processes, SOPs, and incident response workflows.

  • Coordinate with managed security service providers to ensure process improvements and secure operations.

  • Conduct threat and vulnerability analysis; implement attack surface reduction and patch remediation.

  • Maintain awareness of emerging threats, participate in threat modeling, and provide risk reporting.

  • Deliver secure, scalable solutions aligned with business and compliance requirements.

  • Develop end-user security awareness training and provide guidance to IT teams on security best practices.

  • Participate in governance initiatives by developing security policies, processes, metrics, and ensuring compliance.

  • Provide consulting, project support, cross-training, and troubleshooting to internal stakeholders and vendors.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in information security roles, including administration of security platforms and incident response.

  • Strong knowledge of IP networking, public cloud security principles, and security frameworks.

  • Hands-on experience with platforms including EDR, SIEM, PAM, MFA, NGFW, and vulnerability management tools.

  • Experience in malware detection, threat hunting, and security incident response.

Preferred Education/Experience:

  • Master s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.

  • Experience with regulatory frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, or CIS.

  • Familiarity with cloud security practices and DevOps guardrails.

Special Requirements

  • Industry-recognized security certifications are desirable (CISSP, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials).

  • Microsoft technical certifications preferred (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, Microsoft 365 Security Administrator).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills.

  • Proficiency in scripting and query languages such as Python, PowerShell, CQL, and XQL.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Ability to visualize, plan, and execute security process improvements.

  • Familiarity with Windows, Linux, desktop/server, and database security principles.

Additional Desired Characteristics

  • Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and cloud-native security solutions.

  • Experience with cloud migration and security automation initiatives.

  • Ability to multitask and support multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

  • Hybrid work arrangements are possible.

  • Occasional collaboration with external service providers or vendors may require limited travel (<10%).

  • Standard business hours with flexibility to respond to security events as needed.

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