Network Security Engineer - Palo Alto & IPS Expert

Mindlance; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is seeking a Network Security Engineer for a 12+ month contract. The role involves evaluating and deploying security solutions, managing firewall configurations, and troubleshooting network issues. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with network security technologies, especially in Palo Alto Networks and CheckPoint firewalls. You will work in a fast-paced environment and require a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ACLs, Firewalls, and/or IPS.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing security solutions in large environments.
• Strong knowledge in Palo Alto Networks firewalling technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation and deployment of new security capabilities.
• Coordinate integration of security solutions into a global network.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical network and system issues.

Skills

Network Security

Firewalls

Intrusion Prevention Systems

Palo Alto Networks

Layer 2-5 Protocols

Routing Protocols

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Networks products

CheckPoint Firewalls

Job description

A national recruiting company is seeking a Network Security Engineer for a 12+ month contract. The role involves evaluating and deploying security solutions, managing firewall configurations, and troubleshooting network issues. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with network security technologies, especially in Palo Alto Networks and CheckPoint firewalls. You will work in a fast-paced environment and require a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.