Network Security Engineer (Palo Alto)

Role: Network Security Engineer (Palo Alto)

Location: Hybrid (Houston, TX, Little Rock, AR)

Duration: Long term contract / Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Gather and document network security requirements
• Design and implement network security solutions, including firewall and VPN architectures
• Configure, implement, and upgrade Palo Alto firewall and VPN solutions
• Define, configure, and optimize firewall policies and rules
• Design and implement segmentation and microsegmentation based on Zero Trust principles
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and audits to identify and remediate security risks
• Configure dynamic routing protocols including RIP, OSPF, and BGP
• Ensure compliance with security standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve network security issues

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in network security engineering
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls and VPN configuration
• Strong knowledge of firewall policies and rule optimization to improve security and performance.
• Experience managing firewalls centrally via Panorama, including policy deployment, log analysis, and updates etc.
• Experience with dynamic routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP)
• Familiarity with network segmentation and microsegmentation concepts
• Familiarity with other firewalls such as Fortinet, CheckPoint, and Cisco ISE
• Understanding of network security architecture, protocols, and best practices
• Proficient in monitoring, troubleshooting, and responding to network security incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing remediation actions
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills