Network Security Analyst

*Must be willing to work onsite 4 days per week and currently live within 50 miles of one of the locations below. No relocation*
Must live within an hour drive of one of the following locations:
Torrance, CA | Marysville, OH | Greensboro, NC | Timmonsville, SC | Tallapoosa, GA | Greensburg, IN | Lincoln, AL
Required Experience:
3+ years with the following:
Palo Alto NGFW, Panorama, and Global Protect - Expert level knowledge and recent hands on experience required
Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower - Expert level knowledge and recent hands on experience required
IDS/IPS - Will be a lead on the team for managing Intrusion Detection + Intrusion Prevention Services
Strong understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP, route/switch, VLANs, BGP/OSPF, NAT)
Description
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.
Position 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
Weekend and or adjusted shift required to execute & verify system changes for the application, Application hardware or software
Open office environment, align with all plant policies and all required training
On-Site current requirements are four days on-site with one day as remote capable if desired, 40+ hours weekly.
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.
Skills
Palo Alto Next Gen Firewall (NGFW), Panorama, GlobalProtect, Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, IDS/IPS, Log Analysis, Packet Capture
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Relevant certifications such as:
o PCNSE, PCNSA (Palo Alto)
o CCNP Security, CCNA Security (Cisco)
o 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 is a plus.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.