Urgent Need Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist

USM; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider is seeking a Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist for a 6-12 month contract in San Francisco, CA. The role requires over seven years of experience in Palo Alto security engineering and expertise in migrating from Cisco firewalls to Palo Alto. Successful candidates will manage network security implementations and provide troubleshooting for application issues. Strong communication skills are essential, and certifications in Palo Alto and Cisco are desired. Remote options are not specified.

Qualifications

• Over seven years’ experience as a Palo Alto security engineer.
• Expert knowledge of Palo Alto and Cisco routers and firewalls.
• Well‑versed in network security and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design the implementation of Palo Alto Network Security Devices.
• Provide 3rd Tier Troubleshooting for network security issues.
• Create and maintain network security documentation.

Skills

Palo Alto security engineering

Network security principles

Technical writing

Cisco certifications

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Cisco Routers

Job description

Urgent Need Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist

Contract

USM Business Systems Inc. is a quickly developing worldwide System Integrator, Software and Product Development, IT Outsourcing and Technology assistance supplier headquartered in Chantilly, VA. We offer world‑class ability in giving most astounding quality and administrations through industry best practices planned to convey remarkable worth to our customers.

Utilizing our industry knowledge, administration service offering expertise and innovation abilities, we distinguish new business and innovation slants and create answers for help customers around the globe, giving top of the line solid and practical IT benefits which are cost effective services.

Established in 1999, the organization has corner qualities in building and dealing with a Business Oriented IT environment with rich involvement in technology innovation, ERP and CRM counselling, Product Engineering, Business Intelligence, Data Management, SOA, BPM, Data Warehousing, SharePoint Consulting and IT Infrastructure. Our other offerings include modified solutions and administrations in ERP, CRM, Enterprise architecture, offshore advisory services and e-commerce.

USM, a US ensured Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) is perceived as one of the fastest developing IT Systems Integrator in the Washington, DC zone. Most as of late, USM was positioned #9 on the rundown of the Top administrations organizations in the DC Metro Area - Washington Business Journal (2011). We are a project‑driven firm that reliably meets the IT needs of our State and Government customers through development and business keenness.

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Title

Palo Alto Security and Firewall Specialist

Location

San Francisco, CA

Duration

6‑12 months

Required Skills

• Over seven years’ experience as a Palo Alto security engineer with experience migrating from Cisco ASA and PIX firewalls to Palo Alto firewalls.
• Expert knowledge of Palo Alto and Cisco routers and firewalls.
• Palo Alto/Cisco certifications.
• Well‑versed in network security and design principles; demonstrated ability to secure network services and knowledge of secure modular network design and risk assessment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects as well as lead small, directed projects.
• Strong documentary, technical writing and communication skills as a department representative.
• Ability to train and support NOC and junior network engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and Design the Implementation of Palo Alto Network Security Devices by utilizing Standardized Architecture and methodology.
• Provide 3rd Tier Troubleshooting and problem solving for network security and application issues.
• Configuration and implementation of NAC/UTM hardware and associated tools etc.
• Create and maintain network security documentation as it relates to the standardized network topology, equipment, operational support and configuration.
• Interact and negotiate with application owners, project managers, vendors, consultants, and contractors to architect, design and implement network solutions.
• Perform network security asset management, including maintenance of network security component inventory and related documentation.
• Follow standard operating procedures and applications for service, change, and incident management.
• Perform the assigned functions within an Operational Support Model by utilizing Network Security Monitoring Tools to maintain and report on the health and security status of the network via Metrics and KPI’s.
• Collaborate with Network Architecture team to develop a plan to lifecycle the Network Security components incorporating Standardize Designs, Technical Roadmaps, Feature Matrices, Financial Requirements, Risk Matrix and Lifecycle status.
• Perform routine security infrastructure testing and evaluations to identify challenges within our infrastructure and develop a plan to remediate them.
• Ensure configuration and feature consistency is maintained across the NAC/UTM infrastructure.
• Conduct internal training and technical guidance to enhance operational staff proficiencies.
• Develop and Implement Operational Efficiencies by utilizing Vendor or Custom Networking Security Tools to automate routine implementation and alerting tasks.
• Determines security requirements by evaluating business strategies and requirements; researching information security standards; conducting system security and vulnerability analyses and risk assessments; studying architecture/platform; identifying integration issues.

Communication / Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal (English) and written communication skills. Ability to clearly present to management.
• Strong writing skills.
• Organized and articulate.
• Strong team worker.
• Capable of working with business groups and clients on requirements and scheduling.
• Independent, self‑starter, needs little or no supervision.

Contact

If my requirement matches your resume, then please do reply on my email id alih(at) usmsystems(dot)comand contact no is 703-955-3955