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Strategic Staffing Solutions ยท 3 weeks ago

Firewall Engineer- Network Security

positionDFW Metroplex
timeContract
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$50/hr - $60/hr
date4+ years exp

Strategic Staffing Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Firewall Engineer with deep expertise in Network Security. The role involves designing, maintaining, and securing enterprise firewall infrastructure, specifically using Palo Alto and Fortinet platforms.

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Hiring Manager
Ricardo Rivas
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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions using Palo Alto and Fortinet platforms
Configure, maintain, and optimize firewall policies, VPNs, NAT, and security rules
Perform advanced troubleshooting of network security and connectivity issues
Partner with network, infrastructure, and security teams to integrate firewalls into the broader enterprise architecture
Conduct recurring audits, compliance validations, and security posture assessments
Automate firewall operations and workflows using Python or comparable scripting languages
Participate in formal change management processes and maintain accurate configuration documentation
Monitor emerging threats and recommend proactive security controls and enhancements

Qualification

Palo Alto firewallsFortinet firewallsNetwork SecurityPython scriptingTCP/IPRouting & SwitchingVPN TechnologiesNetwork Security ProtocolsAdvanced troubleshootingDevOps experienceCommunicationOrganizational skillsSelf-motivated

Required

4+ years of hands-on experience in Network Security and Firewall Administration
Strong expertise with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls
Deep understanding of TCP/IP
Deep understanding of Routing & Switching
Deep understanding of VPN Technologies
Deep understanding of Network Security Protocols
Advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
Experience working in DevOps-aligned environments
Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and integration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset

Preferred

Industry certifications such as PCNSE
Industry certifications such as Fortinet NSE
Experience supporting cloud and hybrid security environments
Exposure to infrastructure automation and network-as-code practices

Company

Strategic Staffing Solutions

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Strategic Staffing Solutions is a recruiting company which helps companies find suitable employees in various industries.
dateFounded in 1990
location
Detroit, Michigan, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.strategicstaff.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Cindy Pasky
Founder and CEO
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