Senior Palo Alto Network Security Engineer—Zero Trust & VPN

Four Ways Consulting; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Ways Consulting is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer (Palo Alto SME) to lead firewall and VPN modernization initiatives in a high-impact security environment in San Jose, CA. This role focuses on designing and enforcing Zero Trust access models while enhancing the enterprise network security. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls, VPN expertise, and a strong foundation in network security engineering. U.S. Citizenship and on-site work are required.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls in enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in GlobalProtect VPN design and implementation.
• Proven experience designing identity-based or role-based network access policies.
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust security architecture and principles.
• Senior-level background in network security engineering.
• Ability to work onsite in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead firewall architecture, design, and modernization initiatives using Palo Alto Networks platforms.
• Design, implement, and optimize VPN and remote access solutions with GlobalProtect.
• Perform traffic discovery and application analysis to support Zero Trust security models.
• Develop and enforce least-privilege access policies based on identity, role, and context.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network security with business and compliance requirements.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and guidance on complex network security issues.

Skills

Palo Alto firewalls

GlobalProtect VPN design

Zero Trust architecture

Network security engineering

Identity-based access policies

Job description

Four Ways Consulting is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer (Palo Alto SME) to lead firewall and VPN modernization initiatives in a high-impact security environment in San Jose, CA. This role focuses on designing and enforcing Zero Trust access models while enhancing the enterprise network security. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls, VPN expertise, and a strong foundation in network security engineering. U.S. Citizenship and on-site work are required.