Palo Alto Network Engineer

Nashville, TN

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Palo Alto Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network security and extensive experience with Palo Alto Networks firewall technologies. As a Palo Alto Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructure to protect our organization's data assets.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support Palo Alto Networks firewall solutions to ensure the security and integrity of our network infrastructure.
• Configure and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewall policies, including rule creation, modification, and optimization.
• Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify and mitigate security threats using Palo Alto Networks firewall features such as Threat Prevention, URL Filtering, and WildFire.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement network security solutions that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues in a timely manner, including analyzing firewall logs and conducting packet captures.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior network engineers and other team members.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Palo Alto Networks technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve our network security posture.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certified Palo Alto Networks Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification preferred.
• 7 years of experience in network security engineering with a focus on Palo Alto Networks firewall technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewall platforms, including PA-Series, VM-Series, and Panorama.
• Proficient in configuring and managing Palo Alto Networks firewall policies, NAT, VPN, and SSL decryption.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, OSI model, and TCP/IP stack.
• Experience with network security tools and technologies such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person