Senior Security/Infrastructure Engineer

Overview

Hybrid
$65
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Palo Alto Firewall
Active Directory (AD)
Azure
Windows Server
VMWARE

Job Details

Vaco has partnered with a Phoenix based client on to support key projects in their technology group. We are seeking a highly skilled, Senior Security/Infrastructure Engineer to lead and support security and infrastructure hardening initiatives across a complex, enterprise retail environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience implementing Palo Alto and host-based firewall policies (default deny) across ~450 servers, enforcing Active Directory and VMware ESXi hardening standards, and driving Palo Alto rule hygiene and best practice remediation. We are looking for strong engineers that can support these initiatives and blend into a great team and organization. Our client would like to being interviews immediately so please reach out to the Vaco team today to learn more.

Core Responsibilities:
  • Implement and manage firewall policies, including Palo Alto and host-based default deny configurations.
  • Harden Active Directory, Windows Server (2016–2022), and VMware ESXi environments.
  • Maintain Palo Alto firewall rule hygiene and apply best practice updates.
  • Automate tasks and remediation workflows using PowerShell.
  • Manage and optimize SIEM tools to enhance threat visibility and response.
Additional skills:
  • Strong Windows Server administration (2016–2022).
  • Azure environment experience, including identity and infrastructure integration.
  • Advanced PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
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