Cloud Network Security Consultant

  • Remote - Phoenix, AZ, AZ
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 3 hours ago

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US70 - US75 per hour
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Cloud Network Security Consultant

Job Details

Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Network Security Consultant to join their team on a project basis. This role involves leading the deployment and configuration of virtual firewalls and supporting application separation between production and non-production environments across multiple cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. The ideal candidate will design scalable, cost-efficient, and highly available solutions capable of supporting substantial data traffic. This remote position offers a challenging opportunity to enhance multi-cloud security architectures using cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the deployment and configuration of multiple PAN VM-Series firewalls using Flex licensing models.
  • Implement and optimize Aviatrix-based cloud network backbone across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
  • Design and advise on application separation strategies between production and non-production environments using firewalls, route segmentation, and policy-based control.
  • Analyze and balance traffic performance, cost optimization, and high availability requirements for a multi-cloud environment.
  • Evaluate and present trade-offs between Aviatrix and Palo Alto Flex VM architectures, including technical, operational, and cost implications.
  • Assist internal teams with Proof of Concept (PoC) deployments, performance testing, and integration strategies.
  • Document the recommended architecture, deployment plans, and operational guidance for cloud network security.

Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud network engineering or security architecture.
  • Proven track record deploying PAN VM-Series Firewalls managed by Panorama using Flex licensing models.
  • Experience designing and implementing Aviatrix Transit Network (including CoPilot, Spoke, and FireNet) in production environments.
  • Deep knowledge of multi-cloud networking concepts, including inter-region and inter-cloud routing.
  • Expertise in AWS cloud WAN, Google Cloud Platform NCC, Azure virtual WAN design & cost modeling.
  • Strong understanding of encryption, segmentation, and policy enforcement in cloud environments.
  • Ability to design high availability and failover strategies for large-scale network deployments.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud security and network architecture are preferred.


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