Palo Alto Security Engineer (remote)

GuidePoint Security, LLC; Great Falls Crossing (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing cybersecurity firm as a key player in safeguarding enterprise networks. This role involves integrating and maintaining advanced cybersecurity technologies, managing firewall configurations, and collaborating with teams to address security incidents. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with cybersecurity tools, especially Palo Alto Firewalls, and a strong foundation in both Windows and Linux environments. Enjoy a primarily remote work setup with competitive perks and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Time Off

Retirement Plans

Pet Benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with privileged access and cybersecurity tools.
• Active Public Trust clearance preferred.
• Experience with Windows and Linux servers.

Responsibilities

• Integrate, operate, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity technologies.
• Plan and implement policy changes on Palo Alto firewalls.
• Investigate and document security incidents.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Palo Alto Firewalls

Linux

Windows

Risk Management Frameworks

Education

High School Diploma

Higher Degrees

Tools

Trellix Endpoint Security Suite

Splunk

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

GuidePoint Security

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions, and services to help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. Using a holistic, three-tiered approach to evaluate security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables top organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources, and implement solutions that mitigate risk.

US Government contract. Candidates MUST be US Citizens. Work is mostly remote, but candidates in the DC Metro area will be preferred.

Work individually or in small teams, potentially leading tasks, projects, or teams to analyze root causes and resolve issues. Assist senior technicians, specialists, and managers. Provide expertise in designing, developing, directing, and implementing enterprise network cyber defense capabilities. Familiarity with cyber defense tools such as firewalls, Host Based Security Systems, web content filters, email security, IDS/IPS, SIEM, DNS security, log analysis, network monitoring, packet capture, proxies, anti-virus, Linux/UNIX command line, and access control lists is required.

What You'll Do:

• Participate in a team responsible for the integration, operation, and maintenance of enterprise cybersecurity technologies.
• Plan and implement policy changes on Palo Alto next-generation firewalls.
• Assist in designing a worldwide network security architecture.
• Manage configuration changes on enterprise load balancers, including TLS inspection.
• Work on special projects independently or within a group.
• Investigate and document security incidents.
• Implement corrective actions for emerging network security threats.
• Brief senior leadership and government stakeholders on the security posture.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience with privileged access and cybersecurity tools, especially Palo Alto Firewalls.
• US Citizen with a clear background; active Public Trust clearance preferred.
• Experience with Windows and Linux servers, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of STIGs, SCAP, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Understanding of Risk Management Frameworks.
• Educational and experience requirements vary, including a high school diploma with 7+ years or higher degrees with fewer years of experience.

Nice to Have:

• Palo Alto certifications (PNCSA, PNCSE).
• Experience with Trellix Endpoint Security Suite, Splunk, ForeScout, cloud systems (AWS, Azure, GCP), big data analytics, AI, Zero-Trust Architecture, DevSecOps, CI/CD, IaC, CaC, ITSM, and automation of security configurations.

Additional Information:

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Why GuidePoint? A rapidly growing, profitable company focusing on Information Security, with over 1000 employees and serving more than 4,200 customers. We value collaboration, mentorship, and a positive workplace environment.

This is a unique opportunity to grow your career with a fast-expanding company. Perks include primarily remote work (U.S. only), health insurance, holidays, flexible time off, allowances, retirement plans, and pet benefits.