Palo Alto Network Firewall Engineer

TechDigital Group; Coppell (TX, MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a skilled Palo Alto Networks Firewall Engineer in Novi, MI. The role involves the design, configuration, and maintenance of firewalls, along with implementing security policies and troubleshooting issues. The candidate should have extensive knowledge and experience with Palo Alto Networks products and a strong background in network security, including VPN and firewall management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of network security protocols and VPNs.
• Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain Palo Alto firewalls.
• Implement and manage firewall rules and security policies.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network security issues.

Skills

Network Security

Firewall Configuration

Troubleshooting

VPN Configuration

Problem-Solving

Communication

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Panorama

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Palo Alto Networks Firewall Engineer to join our team in Novi, MI. This role requires expertise in network security, firewall configuration, and troubleshooting within a Palo Alto Networks environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with firewall policies, VPN configurations, and security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain Palo Altofirewalls to ensure network security and performance.
• Implement and manage firewall rules, VPNs, and security policies.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network security issues, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize network security architecture.
• Perform regular security audits and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Document configurations, procedures, and security policies.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of network security protocols, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
• Experience with Panorama for centralized firewall management.
• Familiarity with routing, switching, and network troubleshooting.
• Palo Alto Networks certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE) preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Work Environment:
Hybrid role with 3 days onsite per week in Novi, MI.

Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.