Palo Alto Security Engineer (remote)

GuidePoint Security; Great Falls Crossing (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a skilled network security engineer to enhance enterprise network defense capabilities. This role involves working in a dynamic environment, leading projects, and collaborating with senior technicians. Candidates must be US citizens, preferably with a Public Trust clearance. The position offers primarily remote work with some travel for federal positions, and a range of benefits to support employee well-being.

Benefits

Group Medical Insurance

Group Dental Insurance

12 holidays

Flexible Time Off

Mobile phone allowance

Home internet allowance

Retirement plan eligibility

Pet Benefit Option

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with cybersecurity tools, especially Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Experience with Windows and Linux, including server OS configuration.
• HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience in cyber engineering.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the integration and operations of Cybersecurity technologies.
• Implement policy changes on Palo Alto firewalls.
• Investigate and document security-related incidents.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Network Security

Palo Alto Firewalls

Linux

Windows

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Palo Alto

AWS

Azure

GCP

Trellix Endpoint Security Suite

Job description

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions, and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources, and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

US Government contract. Candidates MUST be a US Citizen for consideration. Work is mostly remote but candidates in the DC Metro area will be given preference.

Work individually or in a small integrated team, and potentially lead a task, project, or team to analyze root causes and resolve issues. Assist more senior level technicians, specialists, and managers in their activities. Provide expertise in the engineering design, development, direction, and implementation of enterprise network cyber defense capabilities. Apply familiarity with the utilization, configuration, and implementation of cyber defense capabilities, including firewalls, Host Based Security Systems, web content filters, email security capabilities, Intrusion Detection System, Intrusion Prevention System, Security Incident and Event Management tools, Domain Name System security practices, advanced log analysis, network monitoring, network flow analysis, packet capture analysis, network proxies, anti-virus capabilities, Linux/UNIX command line, and access control lists.

What You'll Get To Do:

1. Participate on a team of skilled network security engineers responsible for the integration, operations, and sustainment of a suite of enterprise-class Cybersecurity technologies.
2. Perform planning and implement policy changes on Palo Alto next-generation firewalls.
3. Assist in the analysis and design of a worldwide network security architecture.
4. Administer configuration changes on enterprise load balancers, including TLS break/inspect.
5. Work on focused special projects independently and within a group.
6. Participate in the investigation and documentation of security-related incidents.
7. Implement corrective measures in response to emerging network security threats.
8. Brief senior contract leadership and government stakeholders on the current status of the enterprise network security posture.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience with privileged and elevated access using cybersecurity tools, especially Palo Alto Firewalls.
• US Citizen with a clear background (active Public Trust clearance is preferred).
• Experience with Windows and Linux, including installing, configuring, or maintaining servers' operating systems and applications.
• Experience working with STIGs, SCAP, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Knowledge of Risk Management Frameworks.
• HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience conducting or supporting cyber engineering projects and activities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as specified.

Nice to Haves:

• Palo Alto certifications (PNCSA, PNCSE)
• Trellix Endpoint Security Suite (ESS) or similar experience
• Experience with Cloud Enterprise, AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with big data analytics, machine learning, AI, or anomaly detection
• Experience with Zero-Trust Architecture
• Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD, IaC, CaC, ITIL, and ITSM
• Experience in a consulting or client-facing environment
• Ability to automate security configurations and recommend remediations for non-compliance.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value-added reseller focusing on Information Security. Since 2011, it has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships, and serves more than 4,200 customers.

Our core values drive all aspects of the business, fostering an enjoyable workplace. Our knowledgeable colleagues seek to collaborate, mentor, and guide at every opportunity.

This is a rare opportunity to grow your career with one of the nation's fastest-growing companies.

Some added perks…

• Primarily remote work (U.S. based, some travel or on-site for Federal positions)
• Group Medical Insurance options with details on plans and contributions
• Group Dental Insurance coverage
• 12 holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
• Mobile phone and home internet allowances
• Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
• Pet Benefit Option