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ALTA IT Services, LLC · 16 hours ago

Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto

Dallas, TX

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$60/hr - $65/hr

10+ years exp

ALTA IT Services, LLC is seeking a Network Security Engineer specializing in Palo Alto technologies. The role involves providing technical support for network security infrastructure, recommending improvements, and executing operational tasks across various security environments.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Providing architectural, technical, and problem resolution support for a Federal Agency network and security infrastructure

Focusing on both the short-term and the long-term strategy

Recommending technology solutions and improvements to the network and security-related environments

Delivering clear, concise, timely communications that promote confidence in our team’s ability to deliver operational excellence

Performing Tier III 'Build and Run' activities across multiple network and security environments

Reviewing and recommending configuration changes as needed

Designing, implementing, operating, troubleshooting, and resolving activities across multiple domains

Participating in system upgrades, deployments, and enhancements while focusing on delivery objectives, critical issues, and policy adherence

Supporting system outages and critical infrastructure upgrades

Qualification

Palo Alto FirewallsPalo Alto PanoramaPalo Alto Global ProtectPalo Alto Prisma AccessNetwork Security EngineeringCCNPCISSPAzure InfrastructureEffective communicationProblem-solving skillsTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

Must be a U.S. citizen

Successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation and/or a Public Trust clearance is required

BS Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience (required)

10+ years of relevant technical Network/Security Engineering experience (required)

Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls (ex, 3200 and 5200/5400/5600 series)

Extensive experience with Palo Alto Panorama 9.x and above

Extensive experience with Palo Alto Global Protect

Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewall Threat Protection, URL filtering, and other similar security features

Extensive experience with decryption/TLS/Security Profiles/PKI and deep understanding of PCAPS

Extensive experience with application-based traffic and designing solutions for Firewalling (Internal/Perimeter/External)

Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Access-based Infrastructure, supporting multiple Data Centers and numerous offices

Desire three or more of the following: CCNP, CCDP, CCSP, CISSP, OSCP, PCNSE, PCNSA, ITIL

Preferred

Vendor hardware and software support, such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and others

Data Center, WAN, LAN, WLAN, Firewall, and Load Balancer systems and support

Analysis and forensic tools, along with effective troubleshooting of ingress/egress and zoned traffic

Azure Infrastructure and understanding Azure VNETs, Routing, and Firewalling

Microsoft Entra ID and SAML authentication

Laptop setup and configurations

Implementing ZTNA with an understanding of all integration points of the ZT pillars, such as endpoint, identity, and workloads

Developing ZT security policies that incorporate telemetry from identity systems, endpoints, and external management systems

Whitelisting IP space for various project teams to access external vendors and to ensure safe and secure connectivity

Creating Zones and Policies for various network segments and troubleshooting connectivity across Security Zones

Work with internal applications teams, design, and implement an appropriate ZTNA program with PA Prisma Access

Develop documents that describe design, security controls, and operational manuals

Develop and participate in internal and external testing of applicable applications to ensure that sufficient security is in place

Effective time management and organizational skills, and the ability to translate technical issues for business users

Work independently as well as in a team environment with effective interpersonal communication skills

Analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Support InfoSec Standards and Best Practices

Thrives in a fast-paced environment and looks for ways to do things more effectively (Current Mode/Future Mode)

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.