Firewall Engineer

MorganFranklin Cyber; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a skilled Palo Alto Firewall Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise firewall and network security solutions. This role requires 5+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and solid understanding of networking fundamentals. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a secure network environment. The firm offers competitive compensation, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise firewall and network security technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PanOS).
• Experience working in multi-disciplined firewall environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Manage firewall rulebases and perform upgrades and patching.
• Collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, VLANs)

VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL)

Troubleshooting complex network and security issues

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE, CCNP Security, NSE)

Tools

Firewall technologies (Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco ASA)

Job description

Overview

MorganFranklin Cyber is a leading professional services firm specializing in comprehensive solutions for cybersecurity, AI, and adjacent services. As a Private Equity backed firm, we are dedicated to protecting clients' critical assets and enhancing their resilience in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

We understand the critical importance and challenges organizations face in maintaining robust security and adjacent programs. Our tailored approach addresses specific needs, ensuring cost-effective and results-driven delivery. Our expertise spans:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cyber Fusion Center (CFC)
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Cyber Strategy and GRC
• Architecture, Engineering, and Infrastructure/OT (AEGIS)
• Cyber and Operational Resilience (CORe)

Our Services

• Advisory & Management Consulting: Executive-level consulting to improve performance and guide program execution.
• Cybersecurity Innovation Center (CIC): A cloud-based lab for developing and innovating cybersecurity solutions.
• Project Resourcing: Rapidly scaling project resources and providing contract-to-hire services.
• Managed Services: Outsourcing functions to efficiently execute and operate programs.

Our mission is to build the future of professional services through the strength of our people, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. We aim to be the most trusted and innovative services partner, where the best minds in the industry come together to protect, transform, and future-proof the world’s largest enterprises.

Why Work for Us

At MorganFranklin Cyber, we offer the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing company. Our collaborative and inclusive work environment fosters innovation and excellence. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Be part of a mission-driven company at the forefront of AI, cybersecurity, and adjacent services.
• Lead transformative marketing initiatives with a global impact.
• Collaborate with world-class cyber experts and innovators.
• Competitive compensation, flexible work environment, and growth opportunities.

Palo Alto Firewall Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Palo Alto Firewall Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise firewall and network security solutions. This role will be responsible for maintaining a secure, scalable, and resilient network environment across on-premises and cloud infrastructures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business and security objectives.

You Will

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including policies, NAT, VPNs, and security profiles.
• Manage firewall rulebases, ensuring adherence to security best practices and change management processes.
• Perform firewall upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and security issues across multiple environments.
• Support and maintain site-to-site and remote-access VPNs.
• Analyze traffic logs, threat logs, and security events to identify and remediate risks.
• Collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams on architecture and incident response efforts.
• Assist with firewall migrations, consolidations, and vendor transitions.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise firewall and network security technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PanOS), including policy configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience working in multi-disciplined firewall environments, such as: Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet (FortiGate), Check Point, Cisco ASA / Firepower, or other comparable firewall platforms.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, VLANs).
• Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL).
• Familiarity with security concepts such as IDS/IPS, URL filtering, threat prevention, and zero trust principles.
• Experience supporting cloud or hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across network and security layers.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE, CCNP Security, NSE) are a plus.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits.
• Unmatched career growth opportunities.
• Work with top leaders in the Cybersecurity field.
• A flexible, independent work environment to excel.

Culture at our Core

At MorganFranklin Cyber, our culture is the cornerstone of our success. We believe in fostering a positive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where every team member is empowered to thrive. Our core tenets guide us in everything we do, ensuring that we prioritize integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth. We are committed to making a meaningful impact for our clients and our community.

Core Tenets - PROTECT

• Prioritize service excellence and integrity: Deliver exceptional results for clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Resolve challenges, refrain from blame: Focus on solutions and take ownership.
• Own your impact: Take accountability and deliver meaningful results.
• Thrive through teamwork: Collaborate selflessly and lift others up.
• Empower our people: Encourage entrepreneurial spirit, lead with enablement, possibility, and problem-solving.
• Cultivate healthy relationships: Manage healthy conflict with constructive dialogue to drive innovation and better outcomes.
• Transformative thinking: Be thought leaders for our clients and our business and believe that change is growth.

MorganFranklin Cyber is an equal opportunity employer.

MF Cyber, LLC is privately held, founder-led and operated with majority ownership by M/C Partners. M/C Partners is a Boston, Massachusetts based private equity firm that has been investing in the IT services and communications industries for over three decades. Since inception in 1986, M/C Partners has raised over $3.0 billion in institutional equity in more than 150 businesses. M/C takes a long-term view towards its investments and has established a strong track record of partnering with management teams to build companies. They are one of the more experienced investors in the technology services industry and have completed dozens of investments in technology services and consulting organizations, including several with specializations in cybersecurity.

This is an employment opportunity aligned to MorganFranklin's cybersecurity offering (MF Cyber LLC, “MorganFranklin Cyber”).