Palo Alto Networks · 12 hours ago
Principal Network Security Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $250K/yr
12+ years expPalo Alto Networks is dedicated to protecting our digital way of life through innovative technology. As a Principal Network Security Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of advanced network security architectures, enforce security policies, and drive automation efforts to enhance network solutions.
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Responsibilities
Architect, implement, and maintain advanced network security architectures across our global infrastructure, influencing long-term strategic direction
Define, develop, and enforce enterprise-wide security policies, including segmentation, access control, and traffic inspection, serving as a subject matter expert
Drive the integration of security into all layers of network design, proactively collaborating with security, infrastructure, and IT teams to ensure alignment
Proactively identify vulnerabilities and lead complex remediation efforts across on-prem and cloud environments, simplifying complex problems to establish best practices
Leverage Palo Alto Networks products and third-party platforms to enhance network visibility, protection, and threat intelligence
Champion and implement advanced network security automation using scripting, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code best practices, setting the technical direction
Lead major incident response efforts for network security events, ensuring rapid resolution and comprehensive stakeholder communication
Provide technical mentorship to senior engineers, contribute significantly to our architectural standards, and foster a strong security-first culture
Qualification
Required
12+ years of progressive experience in enterprise networking and network security engineering, with a demonstrable track record of leadership in large-scale environments
Exceptional expertise in firewall technologies, VPN, IDS/IPS, NAC, and advanced microsegmentation strategies
Extensive hands-on experience architecting and implementing security automation and infrastructure-as-code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Python)
Mastery of routing, switching, and TCP/IP protocols; significant experience with Arista, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise-grade network hardware
Expert-level understanding of Zero Trust architecture principles and advanced cloud security models (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Experience with leveraging AI/ML tools to simplify operational tasks and build auto-healing capabilities
Preferred
A deep and proven background with Palo Alto Networks products and platforms (e.g., NGFW, Panorama, Prisma Access)
Superior troubleshooting and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve the most complex security issues
Exceptional communication and technical leadership skills with a proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and influence strategic decisions
Benefits
Restricted stock units
Bonus
Company
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is a cybersecurity company that offers cybersecurity solutions for organizations.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$65MKey Investors
Icon VenturesLehman HoldingsGlobespan Capital Partners
2012-07-20IPO
2008-11-03Series C· $10M
2008-08-18Series C· $27M
Leadership Team
Helmut Reisinger
CEO EMEA
Nikesh Arora
Chairman CEO
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