Prisma Access / SASE Engineer (Palo Alto Network Security) | Vertex Elite Solutions | Plano, Texas, USA

Vertex Elite Solutions; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Elite Solutions in Plano, TX is seeking an experienced Prisma Access / SASE Engineer to deploy and optimize Palo Alto's cloud-delivered security platform across distributed enterprise environments.

You will design, configure, and troubleshoot Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, and SSE/ZTNA solutions, collaborating with network, cloud, and security teams to ensure secure connectivity and high availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, cybersecurity, IT, telecom, or related field.
• Hands-on with Palo Alto security technologies and Prisma Access.
• Proven Prisma Access/SASE implementation experience.
• Understanding of SASE/SSE architectures.
• ZTNA deployments experience.
• Experience with GlobalProtect remote access.
• Panorama and Strata Cloud Manager experience.
• IPsec/SSL VPN technologies knowledge.
• BGP and OSPF routing expertise.
• NGFW administration and secure connectivity focus.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and support Prisma Access and Prisma SASE solutions.
• Implement SASE and SSE architectures and secure connectivity.
• Configure and manage GlobalProtect and ZTNA environments.
• Administer Prisma Access policies, routing, and connectivity services.
• Manage firewall policies, threat prevention, URL filtering, and access controls.
• Troubleshoot IPsec and SSL VPN connectivity.
• Support BGP/OSPF routing in enterprise networks.
• Manage Panorama and Strata Cloud Manager platforms.
• Implement SWG, CASB, FWaaS capabilities when applicable.
• Document security standards and operational procedures.

Skills

Palo Alto Networks

Prisma Access

SASE/SSE architectures

ZTNA deployments

GlobalProtect

IPsec/SSL VPNs

BGP

OSPF

Panorama

Strata Cloud Manager

NGFW administration

Firewall policy management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Palo Alto Panorama

Strata Cloud Manager

GlobalProtect

NGFW

Job description

Job Title: Prisma Access / SASE Engineer (Palo Alto Network Security) | Vertex Elite Solutions | Plano, Texas, USA

Recruiting Company: Vertex Elite Solutions

Job Location: Plano, Texas, USA

Job Type: Full-Time / Contract

Position Summary

Vertex Elite Solutions is seeking an experienced Prisma Access / SASE Engineer to support the deployment, administration, and optimization of Palo Alto’s cloud-delivered security platform. This role is ideal for cybersecurity and network security professionals with hands‑on expertise in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Secure Service Edge (SSE), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and enterprise cloud security architectures.

Detailed Job Description

As a Prisma Access / SASE Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing and managing Palo Alto Prisma Access solutions that secure users, applications, and data across distributed enterprise environments. You will work closely with network, cloud, and security teams to design, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize secure connectivity solutions leveraging Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, and cloud-based security services. The role requires strong expertise in routing, VPN technologies, firewall security, Zero Trust architectures, and cloud networking. You will participate in network transformation initiatives, security enhancement projects, and operational support activities while ensuring the highest levels of availability, compliance, and protection. This position offers the opportunity to work on advanced cybersecurity solutions in a rapidly evolving enterprise security landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and support Palo Alto Prisma Access and Prisma SASE solutions.
• Implement Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Secure Service Edge (SSE) architectures.
• Configure and manage GlobalProtect remote access and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) environments.
• Administer Prisma Access security policies, routing configurations, and connectivity services.
• Manage firewall policies, threat prevention, URL filtering, and secure access controls.
• Configure and troubleshoot IPsec VPN and SSL VPN connectivity.
• Support dynamic routing protocols including BGP and OSPF.
• Manage Palo Alto Panorama and Strata Cloud Manager environments.
• Implement SWG (Secure Web Gateway), CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker), and FWaaS (Firewall as a Service) capabilities.
• Troubleshoot complex network and security incidents and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams on secure network architecture initiatives.
• Develop technical documentation, security standards, and operational procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related discipline.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Palo Alto Networks security technologies.
• Proven expertise implementing and managing Prisma Access and Prisma SASE environments.
• Deep understanding of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Secure Service Edge (SSE) architectures.
• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) deployments.
• Strong knowledge of GlobalProtect remote access solutions.
• Experience managing Palo Alto Panorama and Strata Cloud Manager platforms.
• Hands‑on expertise with IPsec VPN and SSL VPN technologies.
• Strong understanding of BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
• Experience administering Next‑Generation Firewalls (NGFW).
• Strong knowledge of network security, firewall policy management, and secure connectivity frameworks.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) Certification.
• Experience with Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) implementations.
• Knowledge of Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud networking and security.
• Familiarity with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

Recruitment Pro Tip

For Prisma Access and SASE roles, recruiters look for candidates who can demonstrate real‑world experience with Prisma Access, SASE, SSE, ZTNA, GlobalProtect, Panorama, Strata Cloud Manager, SWG, CASB, FWaaS, IPsec VPNs, BGP, OSPF, and Cloud Security Architectures. Highlight successful cloud security transformations, user migrations to Prisma Access, Zero Trust implementations, and measurable improvements in security posture, operational efficiency, or network performance.