Sr. Firewall/Network Security Administrator

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JOB DETAILS:
Position:Sr. Firewall/Network Security Administrator
Job Ref#:44266 - JIH5JP00004116
Duration:12+ Months (Contract)
Location:HYBRID - Tallapoosa, GA 30176
Pay Rate:$68.00 - $74.00 per hour (W2 ONLY)

HYBRID: Must work ONSITE 4 days per week and 1 day remote / 40+ hours weekly (Local Candidates only)

Sr. Networking Security Administrator will support this clients MANUFACTURING site (not a data center) environment, responsible for Network Security Operations firewalls. This consultant will spend most of their time working on the manufacturing plant floor, where you would go and troubleshoot systems used on the plant floor, this includes wireless and structured cabling, based on BICSI standards. They will be the main point of contact for business changes (moves /adds /lease replacements /network services / decommission /configuration/ testing) and dealing with contractors and acting as a liaison to the customer for these projects.

Firewall & Network Security Administration
Configure, manage, and maintain Palo Alto Next Generation Firewalls (NGFW), including policies, objects, NAT rules, IDS/IPS policies, App ID, User ID, threat prevention profiles, and GlobalProtect software client, always on VPN and SASE principles.
Administer and troubleshoot Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, and FTD devices, including ACLs, VPNs, and IDS/IPS policies.
Perform regular firewall rule reviews, cleanup, and optimization to improve performance and reduce risk.

Security Operations & Monitoring
Monitor network security alerts, traffic anomalies, and firewall logs using tools such as Panorama, Cisco FMC, SIEM platforms, and packet capture utilities.
Investigate and remediate network based security incidents, coordinating with SOC or incident response teams as necessary.
Perform security event correlation and escalation following established SOPs.

Network Infrastructure Support
Support secure network connectivity across data centers, branch sites, cloud environments, and remote access solutions.
Troubleshoot layer 2/3 issues related to routing, switching, VPN tunnels, and connectivity impacts to security appliances.
Assist in deploying secure architectures for new network builds, migrations, and cloud integrations.

Compliance & Documentation
Maintain accurate documentation of firewall configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
Assist with compliance activities related to frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, or PCI-DSS.
Contribute to security hardening standards and best practice enforcement.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
6+ years of experience in network security operations or firewall engineering.
Hands on experience with: Palo Alto Networks NGFW (PA series), Panorama, and GlobalProtect.
Hands on experience with: Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, FMC, and site to site/remote access VPNs.
Strong understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, BGP/OSPF, NAT).
Experience with log analysis, packet captures, and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark).
Knowledge of threat prevention technologies (IDS/IPS, URL filtering, DNS security, malware analysis).
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to prioritize and work in fast paced operational environments where production or system downtime requires immediate attention even if cause is unknown.
Effective communication and documentation abilities. Technical writing skills a plus.
Security driven mindset with attention to detail.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Overtime, frequency depends on business needs and support requirements for production infrastructure
On call availability, PC equipment & access provided for quick response to incidents, anytime; providing support, troubleshooting & resolve remote or on-site
Weekend and or adjusted shift required to execute & verify system changes for the application, Application hardware or software

NICE TO HAVES:
Relevant certifications such as: PCNSE, PCNSA (Palo Alto); CCNP Security, CCNA Security (Cisco) or Security+, CySA+, CEH, or GSEC
Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
Familiarity with cloud security for Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
Scripting experience (Ansible, Python, PowerShell, or similar) for automation

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Calance Consultant Benefits Offerings:
- EPO/PPO Medical Plans
- HMO/PPO Dental programs
- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)
- 401K Retirement vesting program (VOYA)
- Paid Bi-Weekly/Direct Deposit
- Flex Spending Plan
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, STD or LTD plans