Network Security Engineer

Holistic Partners, Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology solutions provider is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Network Security Specialist with extensive experience in Palo Alto firewalls and network protocols. You will be responsible for designing and managing firewall solutions while collaborating with various teams to ensure network security. Preferred candidates will have certifications in Palo Alto technologies and a solid understanding of security best practices and incident response. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP.
• Familiarity with network security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto firewalls across enterprise environments.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure seamless integration of firewall solutions.
• Monitor firewall performance and logs to mitigate potential threats.

Skills

AWS

Azure

Network Security - Palo Alto

Tools

Palo Alto Networks firewalls

SIEM tools

Cisco ASA

Fortinet

Job description

Job Description

7-16 Years of experience

Skills: AWS | Azure | Network Security - Palo Alto

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Proven experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PA-Series, Panorama, GlobalProtect).
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) features like App-ID, User-ID, and Threat Intelligence.
• Familiarity with network security best practices and incident response.
• Hands‑on experience with Panorama for centralized management.
• Knowledge of cloud firewall deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Palo Alto certifications (e.g., PCNSA, PCNSE) are highly desirable.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.
• Experience with other firewall platforms (e.g., Cisco ASA, Fortinet) is a plus.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and network monitoring systems.
• Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto firewalls across enterprise environments.
• Configure and maintain security policies, NAT rules, VPNs, and threat prevention features.
• Monitor firewall performance and logs to identify and mitigate potential threats.
• Collaborate with network and security teams to ensure seamless integration of firewall solutions.
• Perform regular firewall audits and compliance checks.
• Respond to and resolve firewall‑related incidents and service requests.
• Maintain documentation for firewall configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current with emerging threats and Palo Alto product updates.

Generic Managerial Skills, If any

• Ability to plan, execute, and monitor security projects (e.g., firewall upgrades, incident response plans).
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or ITIL frameworks is a plus.
• Skilled in evaluating security risks and making informed decisions to mitigate threats.
• Prioritizing tasks based on business impact and urgency.
• Aligning network security initiatives with organizational goals.
• Working closely with network engineers, system admins, developers, and business units.
• Facilitating cross‑functional communication during incident response or system changes.
• Coaching junior engineers on security best practices and tools (e.g., Palo Alto firewalls).
• Conducting workshops or knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Writing clear documentation, reports, and executive summaries.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative

Location: Palm Beach, FL