Firewall Architect & Network Security Engineer (Palo Alto)

Kimley-Horn; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off including half-day Fridays

Professional Development opportunities

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Dallas is hiring a Network Security Engineer to lead their network security function, focusing on firewall architecture. This role involves managing the enterprise firewall, optimizing policies, and enhancing security posture across cloud and hybrid environments. Candidates should have at least 4 years of network security experience and strong skills in Palo Alto technologies.

The position is ideal for those looking to take ownership of critical security domains in a supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in network security engineering or related roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with firewall design, implementation, and management.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize the enterprise firewall environment.
• Create and maintain firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments.
• Implement security controls including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.

Skills

Network security engineering

Firewall management

Palo Alto firewalls

Networking fundamentals

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or Cybersecurity

Tools

Palo Alto Panorama

Web Application Firewalls (WAFs)

Cisco ISE

Job description

Kimley-Horn in Dallas is hiring a Network Security Engineer to lead their network security function, focusing on firewall architecture. This role involves managing the enterprise firewall, optimizing policies, and enhancing security posture across cloud and hybrid environments. Candidates should have at least 4 years of network security experience and strong skills in Palo Alto technologies.

The position is ideal for those looking to take ownership of critical security domains in a supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth.