Senior Network Security Engineer

Tandym is seeking a highly motivated Senior Network Security Engineer to provide support remotely for a top Financial Services client.

This is a long-term contract, 100% REMOTE.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain Palo Alto firewall infrastructure, including patching, upgrades, and configuration.


• Convert traditional Layer 4 firewall rules to Layer 7 using App-ID and User-ID.


• Create and manage custom App-ID definitions as needed for unique applications.


• Ensure performance, availability, and compliance of firewall and security solutions.


• Collaborate with internal teams to define and implement secure network solutions.


• Support monitoring and response efforts to maintain a strong security posture.


• (Preferred) Manage and support Checkpoint firewalls in IaaS/cloud environments.


• (Preferred) Deploy Palo Alto firewalls in cloud/IaaS architectures.


• (Preferred) Leverage Python scripts to automate network/security operations.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of overall network engineering experience, with a strong foundation in designing, implementing, and supporting secure enterprise network infrastructures.


• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewall platforms.


• Strong understanding of App-ID, User-ID, and custom App-ID creation.


• Experience performing firewall upgrades, patching, and advanced rule configuration.


• Proficient in core networking concepts, protocols, and secure design principles.


• Familiarity with network infrastructure devices such as routers, switches, and VPNs.


• Experience managing Checkpoint firewalls in cloud environments is a plus.


• Background deploying Palo Alto solutions in IaaS-based infrastructures is a plus.


• Python scripting experience for automating firewall management tasks is a plus.