Remote Sr. Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto & Juniper Mist)

Graystone Group; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Graystone Group seeks a Senior Firewall Engineer to enhance network security using Palo Alto technologies. This remote position involves designing, implementing, and managing advanced firewall systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong expertise in network security operations and effective collaboration with IT teams.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years in network security, with 3 years on Palo Alto firewalls.
• Hands-on experience automating APLs with Python in Juniper Mist.
• Public trust clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, configure, and deploy Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Develop and manage firewall policies and rules.
• Monitor and troubleshoot firewall performance.

Skills

Network Security

Firewall Policy Management

Threat Prevention

Scripting

Problem-Solving

Education

Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

CCNP Security

CISSP

Job description

Remote Sr. Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto & Juniper Mist)

Remote Sr. Firewall Engineer (Palo Alto & Juniper Mist)

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This range is provided by Graystone Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Graystone Group is seeking an experienced Senior Firewall Engineer with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks firewalls to design, implement, and manage advanced network security solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security, performance, and reliability of our network infrastructure by leveraging Palo Alto firewall technologies and best practices. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to safeguard the organization’s network environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Firewall Design & Implementation: Architect, configure, and deploy Palo Alto Networks firewalls (physical and virtual, including PA-Series, VM-Series, and Panorama) to meet organizational security and performance requirements.
• Policy Management: Develop, implement, and maintain firewall policies, rules, and security profiles to enforce access controls, threat prevention, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, NIST). Must have experience automating APLs with Juniper Mist.
• Network Security Operations: Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize firewall performance, ensuring high availability, low latency, and robust security across the network.
• Threat Prevention: Configure and manage advanced Palo Alto features such as URL filtering, WildFire, GlobalProtect VPN, IPS/IDS, and application-based policies to mitigate cyber threats.
• Incident Response: Investigate and respond to security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Automation & Scripting: Utilize scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools to streamline firewall management, policy updates, and reporting processes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with network engineers, security analysts, and IT teams to integrate Palo Alto firewalls with other systems, such as SD-WAN, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and SIEM solutions.
• Documentation & Training: Maintain detailed documentation of firewall configurations, policies, and procedures. Provide training and mentorship to junior team members.
• Compliance & Auditing: Ensure firewall configurations align with regulatory requirements and participate in security audits and assessments.
• Upgrades & Maintenance: Plan and execute firmware upgrades, patch management, and system migrations for Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama.
• Vendor Interaction: Collaborate with Palo Alto Networks support and account teams to resolve complex issues and stay updated on product enhancements.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain (or currently have) a public trust clearance
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in network security, with at least 3 years focused on Palo Alto Networks firewalls.
• Hands on experience automating APLs with Python in Juniper Mist
• Certifications: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) required. Additional certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Technical Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of Palo Alto Networks firewall platforms (PA-Series, VM-Series, Panorama).
• Expertise in firewall policy management, NAT, VPN (IPsec/SSL), App-ID, User-ID, and threat prevention.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, etc.) and network architecture.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell, or similar) for automation.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and SD-WAN integration.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Consulting

• Industries

  Computer and Network Security, Telecommunications, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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